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Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, Malta

The Hypogeum of Ħal Saflieni is a Neolithic underground building near Paola, Malta, that dates to the Saflieni period (3300–3000 BC) of Maltese prehistory. Since the word "hypogeum" literally means "underground" in Greek, it is frequently just called that. One of the best-preserved instances of the Maltese temple-building civilization that also produced the Megalithic Temples and Xagħra Stone Circle, the Hypogeum is believed to have been a sanctuary and necropolis, with archaeologists documenting the remains of over 7,000 people.With three floors hewn into soft globigerina limestone, the Hypogeum is completely subterranean. Its halls and chambers are connected by a maze-like system of steps, lintels, and doors. It is believed that the middle and lower levels were later dug and enlarged after the upper level was occupied first. The style of several of the intermediate chambers seems to be similar to that of the Megalithic Temples that were built in Malta at the same time.One of Malta's most visited attractions is the Hal Saflieni prehistoric Hypogeum site. Only about 80 people are permitted each day due to conservation concerns. It is therefore strongly advised to purchase tickets online several months in advance. During the winter, the site is open from 9:00, and throughout the rest of the year, it is open from 10:00.The Gozo Museum of Archeology and Fort St. Elmo in Valletta are the only places to buy twenty last-minute tickets the day before. This is only good till noon. Other Heritage Malta locations and institutions, such as the National Museum of Archaeology, Domus Romana, and the Hypogeum itself, also sell similar last-minute tickets after midday.

 

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