Megalithic Temples of Malta
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Malta's seven megalithic temples of date back to around 4000BC and, though older than the pyramids, a noticeable architectural style and building tradition is clearly visible at the Mnajdra and Hagar Qin temples, and painted ochre patterns can even be seen at the temples of Tarxien. Local legend tells that the largest, the Ggantija, were built by a giantess, inspired with the spirit of the mother goddess, and given their scale, it is hard to imagine otherwise. Collectively, they are in fact the oldest known free-standing buildings in the world, and their powerful, ancient air is heightened by the presence of the remains of huge goddess statues and symbolic carvings and motifs.
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Review by editor ‘Malta's Megalithic Temples’'Seven megalithic temples are found on the islands of Malta and Gozo, each the result of an individual development. The two temples of Ggantija on the island ... Read more » Review by press. Have you been here? Why not add your own review. |
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