The town of Tarxien is known mostly for its prehistoric temple complex dating back to the copper age. It is a World Heritage Area and is also the reason of the distinct Tarxien Phase of megalithic building on the Maltese islands. Further to this, Tarxien is home to one of the islands oldest surviving parish churches, tar-Rokna. The church is dedicated to the Annunciation of Our Lady. Being in the southern central part of Malta, Tarxien is located in the inner regions of the island. Popular for history lovers Tarxien is rather quiet and unspoilt village. It is a popular day stop for visiting tourists who come to visit the temples and the nearby caves.
For property investors this provides an opportunity to live in a relaxed and unspoilt country area with roomy maisonette apartments and houses. Ideal for nature lovers who don't mind to travel to the city, Tarxien might be the right place to retire, paint or simply go for long weekends. Either way, buying property in Tarxien might be a great second home for mainland Europeans which they could utilize in later years to relocate.
