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Valletta

Valletta is a starting point for exploring Malta’s megalithic archaeology. Its National Museum of Archaeology displays objects from major Neolithic sites and provides context for the temples and archaeological areas elsewhere on the island.

Valletta
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What makes it special

  • National Museum of Archaeology with Neolithic pottery, figurines and tools.
  • Notable objects include the Sleeping Lady, the Malta Venus and Tarxien’s colossal statue.
  • A starting point for arranging onward visits around current transport conditions.
Valletta
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Valletta
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Ġgantija megalithic temples amid the rural landscape of Xagħra, Gozo.

A Route Through Megalithic Malta from Valletta to Gozo

The best way to understand Malta is not to collect coves and fortresses, but to follow the thread of a Neolithic culture that left behind temples, hypogea and exceptional objects. This three- to five-day route arranges visits around context, reservations and accessibility.

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Profile updated: 13/09/2026