Heritage Malta’s Tarxien Temples are currently undergoing an embellishment and conservation project under a €9.2 million Archaeological Heritage Conservation Project, 85 % of which are co-financed through the European Regional Funds. The project will include works on three Heritage Malta sites, namely Tarxien Temples (Tarxien), Ġgantija Archeological Park (Xagħra, Gozo) and St Paul’s Catacombs (Rabat).

The Tarxien Temples project envisages specialised studies including archaeological excavations, a hydrological survey, 3D documentation and a Limits of Acceptable Change study. Additionally, a new environmental monitoring system and a protective shelter for the structures’ long-term protection from deterioration caused by the elements will be installed.

The Tarxien Temples will also see the installation of an extended walkway to improve accessibility while at the same time provide an improved and safer experience for the visitor. The walkway will also protect the temple’s original surface from damage caused by use. In the coming months, the first part of the walkway will be complemented by a second walkway, this time circling the Temple structures at an elevated height, as well as new information panels to enable visitors to see and understand better this World Heritage Site. 

In order for works on the custom-made walkway to commence, Tarxien Temples will be closed to the public from tomorrow, 29 August up to 2 September and on 5 September. Tarxien Temples will also be partially closed from 22 until 28 August, from 3 to 4 September and from 6 until 15 September. On these dates, admission fees to this Megalithic structure shall be reduced to €3 (adult), €2 (youths under 17, student, senior citizens), €1.5 (children 6-11yrs), while infants enter for free (five and under).

For further information phone on 2169 5578.