Tarxien Temples, Archaeological museum in Tarxien, Malta.
The Tarxien Temples complex features three interconnected stone structures with detailed carvings of domestic animals, altars, and spiral patterns across multiple chambers.
Local farmers discovered the temple structures in 1914, leading to extensive excavations by archaeologist Themistocles Zammit who restored five separate temples by 1920.
The temple complex contains numerous stone reliefs depicting bulls and sows, indicating the importance of animal symbolism in prehistoric Maltese religious practices.
Heritage Malta manages the site, which includes informational panels throughout the complex and a protective shelter installed in 2015 to prevent environmental damage.
The middle temple structure distinguishes itself from other Maltese temples through its unusual architectural design featuring three pairs of apses.
Location: Tarxien
Address: Triq It Tempji Neolitici, Ħal Tarxien TXN 1063
Phone: +35621695578
Website: http://heritagemalta.org/museums-sites/tarxien-temples
GPS coordinates: 35.86918,14.51193
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:29
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