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A megalithic temple complex dating from the Ġgantija phase (3600-3200 BC), notable for its large stone constructions and astronomical alignment.
3600 BC
Partially Accessible
This complex, discovered in 1913, features the most elaborate temple decorations, including intricate stone carvings and reliefs.
3150 BC
Wheelchair Accessible
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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Located on the island of Gozo, these are some of the world's oldest religious structures, famous for their giant stone blocks.
3600 BC
Partially Accessible
This small but significant temple complex near Mġarr consists of two temples, with the larger dated to 3600-3200 BC.
3600 BC
Partially Accessible
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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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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Though primarily known for its scenic trail, this area includes several Punic tombs and Neolithic remains.
4100 BC
Partially Accessible
One of the principal prehistoric sites that was used until the Tarxien phase, known for its distinctive architectural elements.
3150 BC
Partially Accessible
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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An underground prehistoric burial site, the Hypogeum is a complex of halls, chambers, and passages hewn out of rock.
3300 BC
Partially Accessible
A series of underground tombs and the remains of a Roman villa, providing insights into the burial practices of ancient Malta.
200 BC
Partially Accessible
This complex consists of two adjacent temple structures, known for their well-preserved architectural elements.
3600 BC
Partially Accessible
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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A Bronze Age site famous for its defensive walls, Borg in-Nadur provides a unique insight into Malta's ancient history.
1500 BC
Partially Accessible
The site is characterized by its solitary megalithic structures, potentially part of a larger unexplored temple complex.
3000 BC
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This temple remains are located within a hotel complex, showcasing fragments of Malta's prehistoric civilization.
3150 BC
Partially Accessible
A lesser-known site with prehistoric remains, speculated to have been used for agricultural rituals.
3200 BC
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Possible site of ancient worship, currently under study for further archaeological significance.
3000 BC
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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
Partially Accessible
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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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
Partially Accessible
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
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
Wheelchair Accessible
Part of the larger Xemxija heritage trail, this site includes ancient cart ruts and cave dwellings used in prehistoric times.
2900 BC
Partially Accessible
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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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