Tas-Silġ, Archaeological site on hilltop in Marsaxlokk, Malta.
The rounded hilltop complex contains multiple excavation layers, with structures spanning from the Neolithic period through the fourth century AD.
Initial excavations between 1963 and 1972 revealed remains of temples, including a structure dedicated to the goddess Astarte and later to Juno.
The site demonstrates the evolution of religious practices, transitioning from prehistoric worship through Phoenician, Roman, and early Christian periods.
The archaeological site requires advance appointments for visits and remains under active research by Heritage Malta preservation teams.
Archaeological evidence indicates that pirates and Numidian princes conducted religious ceremonies at this Mediterranean sanctuary during the first century BC.
Location: Marsaxlokk
Elevation above the sea: 45 m
GPS coordinates: 35.84583,14.55194
Latest update: May 19, 2025 07:57
Malta contains historical sites and natural landscapes beyond tourist areas. The islands feature geological structures, coastal forts, prehistoric caves and village churches. The locations include Roman remains, gardens, defense structures and natural caves in Malta and Gozo.
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