Hagar Qim Temples

The Hagar Qim Temples are a megalithic temple complex located on the southern edge of the island of Malta. The complex dates back to the Ggantija phase, around 3600-3200 BC, and is one of the most ancient religious sites on Earth. The temple's facade is characterized by a trilithon entrance, outer bench, and orthostats, and features a wide forecourt with a retaining wall and a passage running through the middle of the building. The temple's architecture reveals possible associations with fertility rituals, including corpulent figurines and statuary, together with solar alignments and a megalith that has been argued to be phallic. The presence of an altar with a concave top indicates a possible use for animal sacrifices. The complex also features decorated pottery, with the best examples on display at The National Museum of Archaeology. The Hagar Qim Temples are a unique and fascinating piece of history, offering a glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the people who built them