historic site

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Mnajdra Temples

A megalithic temple complex made up of three structures facing the sea and dating back to the fourth millennium BC.


3600 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
The Hypogeum of Hal-Saflieni

An underground prehistoric burial site dating back to 4000 BC, a complex of halls, chambers, and passages hewn out of rock.


4000 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Not AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Ħaġar Qim

A megalithic temple complex dating from the Ġgantija phase (3600-3200 BC), notable for its large stone constructions and astronomical alignment.


3600 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Audio Guides
Tarxien Temples

This complex, discovered in 1913, features the most elaborate temple decorations, including intricate stone carvings and reliefs.


3150 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Wheelchair AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Skorba Temples

Skorba lies in close proximity to Żebbiegħ and provides crucial insight into Malta's earliest history, showing evidence of occupation from as early as 5000 BC.


4850 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Not AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Ġgantija Temples

Located on the island of Gozo, these are some of the world's oldest religious structures, famous for their giant stone blocks.


3600 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Ta' Ħaġrat Temples

This small but significant temple complex near Mġarr consists of two temples, with the larger dated to 3600-3200 BC.


3600 BC

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Borg in-Nadur Temples

A Bronze Age settlement distinguished by its defensive wall, Borg in-Nadur also includes a temple complex from the Tarxien phase.


2500 BC

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Santa Verna Temples

Excavations have unearthed remains suggesting a temple structure possibly larger than those at Ġgantija, dating back to the same period.


3600 BC

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Xemxija Heritage Trail

Though primarily known for its scenic trail, this area includes several Punic tombs and Neolithic remains.


4100 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Kordin III Temples

One of the principal prehistoric sites that was used until the Tarxien phase, known for its distinctive architectural elements.


3150 BC

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Ta' Marżiena Temples

These lesser-known ruins offer a glimpse into the early temple phase, believed to have been a small, primitive temple.


4000 BC

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Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum

An underground prehistoric burial site, the Hypogeum is a complex of halls, chambers, and passages hewn out of rock.


3300 BC

Partially Accessible

Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Audio Guides
Ta' Mintna Catacombs

A series of underground tombs and the remains of a Roman villa, providing insights into the burial practices of ancient Malta.


200 BC

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Era: RomanAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Ta' Ħaġrat Temples

This complex consists of two adjacent temple structures, known for their well-preserved architectural elements.


3600 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Kordin Temples

Located in Paola, these temples are an essential part of the prehistoric temple sequence in Malta, now mostly in ruins.


2500 BC

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Borg in-Nadur Temples

A Bronze Age site famous for its defensive walls, Borg in-Nadur provides a unique insight into Malta's ancient history.


1500 BC

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Era: Bronze AgeAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Ta' Bistra Catacombs

Located near Mosta, these catacombs represent an important part of Malta's late Roman burial practices and are less frequented than other more famous sites.


400 BC

Partially Accessible

Era: Late RomanAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Borġ l-Imramma

The site is characterized by its solitary megalithic structures, potentially part of a larger unexplored temple complex.


3000 BC

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Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Not AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Buġibba Temple

This temple remains are located within a hotel complex, showcasing fragments of Malta's prehistoric civilization.


3150 BC

Partially Accessible

Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Debdieba

A lesser-known site with prehistoric remains, speculated to have been used for agricultural rituals.


3200 BC

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Ħal-Ġinwi Temples

Possible site of ancient worship, currently under study for further archaeological significance.


3000 BC

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Kordin III

The most complex of the Kordin sites, it includes several temple remains that display the sophisticated temple layout and design from the late Tarxien phase.


2500 BC

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Ta' Raddiena

Though largely eroded, the site provides valuable information on the domestic lives of its prehistoric inhabitants, with several artifacts found onsite.


3400 BC

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Tal-Qadi

Known for the Tal-Qadi stone, which is believed to be a fragment of a calendar or an astronomical chart, providing a glimpse into the astronomical knowledge of prehistoric Maltese.


2500 BC

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Tas-Silġ

This site spans multiple eras, starting as a prehistoric temple and later being reused as a Punic-Roman sanctuary, showcasing continuous religious activity through different civilizations.


3000 BC

Partially Accessible

Era: Prehistoric, RomanAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours, Audio Guides
Xemxija

A cluster of archaeological sites that include tombs and remains of a Roman road, offering a walk through time from prehistory to Roman times.


2800 BC

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Era: Prehistoric, RomanAccessibility: Wheelchair AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Xemxija I

Part of the larger Xemxija heritage trail, this site includes ancient cart ruts and cave dwellings used in prehistoric times.


2900 BC

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Xemxija II

Adjacent to Xemxija I, this site features additional prehistoric remains that give further insight into the early inhabitants of the area.


2900 BC

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Xrobb l-Għaġin

Located on a rugged coastline, this site includes remains of a temple complex with evidence of ritual activity and habitation from the Temple period.


3100 BC

Partially Accessible

Era: PrehistoricAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Labels: Guided Tours
Id-Dwejra Cart Ruts

Ancient trackways etched into the rock, providing insights into the prehistoric transport system.


Unknown BC

Partially Accessible

Era: PrehistoricType: Ancient TrackwayAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Kercem Rock Cut Tombs

A series of rock-cut tombs dating back to the Roman period, providing a glimpse into ancient burial practices.


200 BC

Partially Accessible

Era: RomanType: Rock Cut TombAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
The Malta National Museum of Archaeology

Houses a collection of artifacts that date back to Malta’s prehistoric periods.


1958 BC

Wheelchair Accessible

Era: ModernType: MuseumAccessibility: Wheelchair AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
St Agatha's Crypt and Catacombs

A series of underground burial chambers and crypts used during the Roman period.


200 BC

Partially Accessible

Era: RomanType: Crypt and CatacombsAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
St Paul's Catacombs

An extensive system of underground galleries and tombs dating back to the 4th century.


300 BC

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Era: Late RomanType: CatacombsAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Ta' Hammut cart ruts

Ancient cart ruts etched into the rock, evidence of prehistoric transportation systems.


Unknown BC

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Era: PrehistoricType: Ancient TrackwayAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Wied Ghomar Standing Stone (Menhir)

A solitary standing stone believed to be from the Bronze Age.


1500 BC

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Ta' Lambert Stones

Stone row alignment possibly used for ceremonial purposes during the Bronze Age.


1500 BC

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Ghajn Damma Stones

Standing stones dating back to the Bronze Age, thought to have been used for rituals or as markers.


1500 BC

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Ghar Il-Midfna

A rock-cut tomb from the prehistoric period, used for burials and rituals.


3000 BC

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Era: PrehistoricType: Rock Cut TombAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Bingemma Rock Cut Tombs

Series of tombs cut into the rock, dating back to the Roman period.


200 BC

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Ta' Cenc Gallery Grave

Chambered tomb dating back to the Bronze Age, providing insights into burial practices.


1500 BC

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Era: Bronze AgeType: Chambered TombAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Il-Mixta Cave

Prehistoric cave used as a shelter and for various rituals.


3500 BC

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St George's Bay Cart Ruts

Ancient cart ruts running towards the bay, showcasing prehistoric transportation systems.


Unknown BC

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Era: PrehistoricType: Ancient TrackwayAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
In-Nuffara Settlement

Prehistoric village settlement providing evidence of early habitation on the island.


3000 BC

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Tac-Cawla Settlement

Ancient village site with remains dating back to the Bronze Age.


1500 BC

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Ta' Lambert Cart Ruts

Ancient cart ruts offering a glimpse into prehistoric transportation.


Unknown BC

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Ta' Cenc Cart Ruts

Series of ancient trackways carved into the rock, providing evidence of early transportation methods.


Unknown BC

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Ghajn Qajjied Cart Ruts

Well-preserved cart ruts, offering insights into prehistoric transportation and trade routes.


Unknown BC

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Era: PrehistoricType: Ancient TrackwayAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Ghar il-Kbir

Large cave complex used in prehistoric times for habitation and rituals.


3500 BC

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Clapham Junction Cart Ruts

Extensive network of prehistoric cart ruts, showcasing ancient transportation methods.


Unknown BC

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Ta’ Għejżu Cave

Prehistoric cave known for its ancient carvings and historical significance.


3500 BC

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Sansuna’s Rock

A significant prehistoric standing stone, also known as Sansuna’s Rock.


1500 BC

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Era: Bronze AgeType: MenhirAccessibility: Not AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Xagħra Circle

A prehistoric stone circle used for ceremonial purposes.


3000 BC

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Era: PrehistoricType: Stone CircleAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Ras ir-Raħeb Archaeological Site

A significant archaeological site featuring remains from various historical periods.


Unknown BC

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Era: VariousAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
St Augustine’s Catacombs

Ancient catacombs used during the Roman period for burials.


200 BC

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Era: RomanAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Bidnija Olive Grove

An ancient olive grove with trees dating back to the Roman period.


100 BC

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Era: RomanType: Natural SiteAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Ta’ Kaċċatura Roman Villa

The remains of a Roman villa featuring mosaic floors and other artifacts.


200 BC

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Era: RomanAccessibility: Not AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Għajn Tuffieħa Roman Baths

The remains of Roman baths located near Għajn Tuffieħa.


100 BC

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Era: RomanType: Roman BathsAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
San Pawl Milqi

The site where St. Paul is believed to have lived after his shipwreck.


100 BC

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Era: RomanAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Abbatija tad-Dejr Catacombs

An extensive series of catacombs used during the Roman period.


200 BC

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Era: RomanAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Salini Catacombs

Ancient catacombs located near the Salini area, used for burials.


200 BC

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Era: RomanAccessibility: Partially AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services
Domvs Romana

A Roman-era house featuring mosaic floors and artifacts.


100 BC

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Era: RomanAccessibility: Wheelchair AccessibleVisitor Services: Guided Tours
Għar Dalam

A prehistoric cave that served as a dwelling and burial site.


5000 BC

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Era: PrehistoricType: CaveAccessibility: Not AccessibleVisitor Services: No Services