It's been 40 years Since Ggantija was Declared a World Heritage Site
Heritage Malta is celebrating the 40th anniversary since UNESCO declared the Ġgantija Temples a World Heritage Site in 1980 – the year that also saw Valletta and the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum being given the same recognition. Heritage Malta’s Chief Executive Officer, Noel Zammit, said that this anniversary is not only important for the prestigious recognition bestowed upon Ġgantija in itself but even more for the values that it represents. “The title ‘World Heritage Site’ has great significance because it is UNESCO’s declaration that the site is of outstanding importance and rep...