Autumn Equinox

Please Note: This event is Fully Booked!

Heritage Malta is celebrating the Autumn Equinox, with guided tours at Mnajdra on the 20th, 21st and 22nd of September.

The beginning of autumn is marked by the alignment of the southern megalithic structure of Mnajdra with the rising of the sun. This is one of the astronomical phenomena that can be observed at the Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra Archaeological Park.

This link might indicate a pre-existing knowledge of celestial movement. In the absence of official calendars, it was crucial for prehistoric agricultural societies to observe the movements of the stars, sun, and moon to mark the changing of the seasons, which was vital for the planting and harvesting of crops.

Complimentary coffee and snacks will be offered to participants after the tour.

To ensure that all visitors get to observe the rising sun, only a limited number of tickets are available for this event. Tickets can be purchased from all Heritage Malta sites and museums at €30 each while members of Heritage Malta pay €20 for their ticket or online on Store – Heritage Malta .

Participants for this event are to meet next to Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra Visitor Centre entrance at 06:00am.