Mnajdra, Neolithic temple complex in Qrendi, Malta
The Mnajdra complex contains three distinct limestone structures situated at an elevation of 84 meters above the Mediterranean Sea on Malta's southern coast.
Built between 3600 and 3200 BC, these megalithic temples represent advanced architectural achievements of ancient Mediterranean civilizations through precise stone construction methods.
The temple structures demonstrate sophisticated astronomical knowledge through their alignment with solar events, including solstices and equinoxes throughout the year.
Visitors can access the site through guided tours departing from the interpretation center, which provides educational materials and archaeological context about the temples.
The southern temple contains specific decorated megaliths that receive direct sunlight during equinoxes through precise architectural positioning of the entrance and corridors.
Location: Qrendi
Elevation above the sea: 84 m
Part of: Megalithic Temples of Malta
GPS coordinates: 35.82667,14.43639
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:51
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