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More info on the Maltese Ancient Temples:

The Megalithic Temples of Malta are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and represent some of the oldest free-standing structures in the world. Located on the island of Malta in the Mediterranean Sea, these temples were built between approximately 3600 BCE and 2500 BCE during the Neolithic Age.

There are seven major temple complexes and over three hundred smaller sites spread across the
islands.

The temples are characterized by their massive stone structures, some of which stand up to 10 meters (33 feet) high. The largest temples consist of a central circular or rectangular structure with one or more adjacent apses or lateral chambers. The walls are made of large limestone blocks, some weighing several tons, that were carefully dressed and fitted together without the use of
mortar.

The purpose of these temples remains a subject of debate among scholars. Some believe they served as places of worship for Neolithic cults, while others suggest they had multiple functions, including social, agricultural, and astronomical roles.
Evidence suggests that the temples were in use for over a thousand years and underwent several phases of construction and alteration.

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