Imnajdra-

Imnajdra-

It–Tempji tal–Imnajdra jinsabu 500 metru ‘l bogħod mit-Tempji ta’ Ħaġar Qim. The Temples of Imnajdra are located 500 meters away from the temples of Ħaġar Qim.

It-tempju ċentrali tal-Imnajdra, Malta is one of three prehistoric temples that form the Ħaġar Qim and Imnajdra Temples complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The central temple is believed to have been built around 3,000 to 2,500 BC during the Neolithic period. The megalithic temples are constructed from huge slabs of globigerina limestone, some weighing up to 20 tons.

The Imnajdra temples are aligned with the movements of the sun and are thought to have been used for astronomical observations. The central temple’s entrance is aligned with the summer solstice sunrise, and there is a spiral carving on the floor that may represent the sun’s path through the sky. The purpose of the temples is not fully understood, but they are believed to have been important religious centers for the Neolithic people of Malta.

 

The Mnajdra Temples, also known as L-Imnajdra in Maltese, are a group of megalithic temples located on the southern coast of the Mediterranean island of Malta . Built between 3600 and 2500 BC, these hard limestone temples are thought to be amongst the oldest surviving free-standing structures in the world.

The megalithic temples of Malta are among the most ancient religious sites on Earth, described by the World Heritage Sites committee as “unique architectural masterpieces”. In 1992 UNESCO recognized1 the Mnajdra complex and four other Maltese megalithic structures as UNESCO World Heritage23 Sites.

The Mnajdra Temples, also known as L-Imnajdra, form a remarkable megalithic temple complex on the southern coast of the Mediterranean island of Malta. Here are some fascinating details about them:

  1. Historical Significance:
    • Mnajdra was constructed around the fourth millennium BCE, making it one of the oldest religious sites on Earth.
    • The entire Megalithic Temples of Malta, including Mnajdra, were recognized by UNESCO as unique architectural masterpieces in 19921.
  1. Architectural Features:
    • Built from coralline limestone, Mnajdra stands out for its robust construction compared to the nearby Ħaġar Qim megalithic complex.
    • The temple complex consists of three temples: the upper, middle, and lower.
    • The upper temple, dating back to the Ggantija phase (3600-3200 BC), features a three-apsed design with decorated pillar-stones.
    • The middle temple, from the late Tarxien phase (3150–2500 BC), has a vaulted ceiling and a central doorway cut into a large upright limestone slab.
    • The lowest temple, built during the early Tarxien phase, boasts a large forecourt, stone benches, and remnants of a possibly domed roof2.
  1. World Heritage Status:
    • In 1980, Mnajdra was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the criteria of cultural significance.
    • The site covers an area of 0.563 hectares (approximately 60,600 square feet) and is managed by Heritage Malta1.
  1. Visiting Mnajdra:
    • Mnajdra is open to the public, allowing visitors to explore these ancient structures.
    • The temples are located close to the Hagar Qim Temples and offer a glimpse into Malta’s prehistoric past.
    • Each temple has separate entrances and contains altars and oracles used for communication with the gods3.

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