Ħaġar Qim, Malta

Ħaġar Qim, Malta

Ancient megalithic structures with altars and carved figures offer stunning sea views from a coastal hillside, enhancing the prehistoric atmosphere.
Ħaġar Qim stands on Malta’s southwestern coast, where its megalithic structures overlook the sea from an exposed hillside. Dating from around 3600 to 3200 BCE, the temple complex is built from massive limestone blocks and includes altars, carved features and the so-called ‘fat lady’ figures. Its relationship with the nearby Mnajdra temples strengthens its importance within Malta’s prehistoric landscape. The coastal setting adds greatly to the atmosphere of the site.