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Prehistoric structures here predate the Egyptian pyramids and Stonehenge by more than 1,000 years. Mysterious holy buildings include Hagar Qim and Mnajdra, set atop a sea cliff and acting as a perfectly aligned sundial. Below ground there is the Hypogeum, subterranean chambers where caves are sculpted to look like temples. On Gozo, the Ggantija – or “giant’s tower” – includes 50-ton boulders.

Tui (tui.co.uk) offers seven nights for a family of four over Easter for around £500-£600 per person, including flights, accommodation and half board.

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