Ġgantija Temples
Il-Ġgantija
Prehistoric stone temples on Gozo, about 5,500 years old and older than the Egyptian pyramids and Stonehenge.
Il-Ġgantija temples stand in the town of Xagħra on Gozo. Built around 3600–3200 BC, they are among the oldest free-standing stone structures in the world and have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. The Maltese name “Ġgantija” means “of the giants,” and legend holds that giants built them. Some stones weigh tens of tonnes, and the outer walls stand about 6 m high. The two adjacent temples share a trefoil plan. The visitor center at the site displays excavated figurines and artifacts. Entry costs about €10, which includes the nearby Ta' Kola windmill. The site is about a 15-minute bus ride from Victoria.
Opening hours
Daily 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Ramla Bay
- Gozo & Cittadella
- Xwejni Salt Pans
- Basilica of Ta' Pinu
- Blue Lagoon, Comino
- Dwejra Bay & Inland Sea
- Mellieħa Bay (Għadira Bay)
- Popeye Village