Mnajdra
Mnajdra (Maltese: L-Imnajdra) is a megalithic temple complex found on the southern coast of the Mediterranean island of Malta. Mnajdra is approximately 497 metres (544 yd) from the Ħaġar Qim megalithic complex. Mnajdra was built around the fourth millennium BCE; 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 the Mnajdra complex and four other Maltese megalithic structures as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In 2009 work was completed on a protective tent.
Niche at the Mnajdra South Temple | |
Location within Malta | |
| Location | Qrendi, Malta |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35°49′36″N 14°26′11″E |
| Type | Temple |
| History | |
| Material | Limestone |
| Founded | c.3600 BC–c.3200 BC |
| Periods | Ġgantija phase Tarxien phase |
| Site notes | |
| Excavation dates | 1840–1954 |
| Archaeologists | J. G. Vance Themistocles Zammit John Davies Evans |
| Condition | Well-preserved ruins |
| Ownership | Government of Malta |
| Management | Heritage Malta |
| Public access | Yes |
| Website | Heritage Malta |
| Part of | Megalithic Temples of Malta |
| Criteria | Cultural: (iv) |
| Reference | 132ter-003 |
| Inscription | 1980 (4th Session) |
| Extensions | 1992, 2015 |
| Area | 0.563 ha (60,600 sq ft) |
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