Malta's Temples and Artifacts
The “Sleeping Lady” (ca.4000 BC - 2000 BCE) found in the Hypogeum represents death, eternal sleep, the afterlife, and fertility. She is the representative of a lost civilization.
Malta’s Megalithic Temples (ca.5000 BCE and 2500 BCE) are unique masterpieces of architecture and are amongst the oldest surviving free-standing structures on the planet.
Ornamental spiral designs (ca. 5000 - 3000 BCE) are a symbol of the Megalithic Art of Malta and Gozo. Proof of human activity on these islands since the Early Neolithic Period.
The Hypogeum (ca.4000 BC - 2000 BCE) is one of the greatest remaining structures from prehistory, carved of solid rock and measuring three storeys deep
Ggantija Temples (ca.5000–3200 BCE) are among the most important and mysterious archaeological sites in the world. Seen from above, the construction displays the Earth Mother Goddess of Fertility. Worshippers enter her vagina into her dark womb, a place of transformation, after which coming out re-born.
The Venus of Malta (ca. 3000 BC-2500 BCE) was found with a spiral slab and votive offerings. Idols were worshipped by the Priestesses and Priests of the time.
The neolithic cultures of Malta and Gozo cover the impressive span of 5800-2500 BCE, and venerated the mother goddess. Seen here is the famous Fat Lady Goddess, aka The Goddess of Fertility (ca 3600 BCE).
