Ras il-Wardija, Punic sanctuary in Kerċem, Malta
The Ras il-Wardija sanctuary consists of carved chambers and terraces positioned on a 120-meter cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea near Xlendi harbor.
Constructed during the Punic period in the 3rd century BC, the sanctuary remained active through the Roman era until the 4th century AD.
The sanctuary features a rectangular chamber containing five large niches with architectural moldings and a stone bench used for ceremonial offerings.
The archaeological site includes a basin with internal steps, likely used for ritual bathing, along with a bell-shaped well for water storage.
A recovered stone carving from the sanctuary depicts a figure with outstretched arms, possibly representing the Punic goddess Tanit.
Location: Kerċem
GPS coordinates: 36.03667,14.18667
Latest update: March 9, 2025 22:21
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