Ħaġar Qim

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 recognized Ħaġar Qim and four other Maltese megalithic structures as World Heritage Sites [1]. The megalithic complex of Ħaġar Qim is located on the southern edge of the island of Malta, on a ridge capped in soft globigerina limestone [1]. The temple's façade is characterized by a trilithon entrance, outer bench and orthostats [1]. The Ħaġar Qim complex consists of a main temple and three additional megalithic structures beside it [1]. The northern temple is the oldest part of Ħaġar Qim, containing an oval chamber with a semi-circular apse on each side [1].