Hypogeum archeological site in Malta

[txbird]

I will be on RCCL's Brilliance of the Seas that will be docked at Valletta, Malto on Dec. 2nd, from 7am until 2pm. I am wondering if I will have time to visit the Hypogeum while I am there. Does anyone know how long it takes to get there from the dock and/or what the best way is to get there? Any info or suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[cruisemom42]

You will find quite a bit of information on the Hypogeum on the "Other Mediterranean Ports" board. Here is a search that turned up the most relevant posts:

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/search.php?searchid=14497161

[txbird]

Cynthia, Thanks for trying to help me, but your link sent me to a dead end, and I can't seem to find anything on "Other Med Ports." Would you mind directing me again. Thanks.

[netizen2]

Hi, we just did the Gem Med cruise and Historycruiser who was the head of our rollcall went there.... Scroll down to his July 6 post.... here's the link: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=945269&page=3

[cruisemom42]

Cynthia, Thanks for trying to help me, but your link sent me to a dead end, and I can't seem to find anything on "Other Med Ports." Would you mind directing me again. Thanks.

 

 

Sorry, I guess that doesn't work. Here are a few of the individual posts.

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1031358&highlight=hypogeum

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1017806&highlight=hypogeum

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=882015&highlight=hypogeum

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=806488&highlight=hypogeum

 

 

 

In addition to these, you can go to the Other Mediterranean Ports board, click on the Search This Forum box (on the right end of the blue bar that says Cruise Forum) and type in Hypogeum.

[gerena]

Yes, you should have time to make the visit. It is close to the cruise dock---at least the HAL one! We had a very interesting visit. However, only so many are allowed to visit in a day and you must go in at a specified time. You must make advanced reservations. Malta is a wonderful island. Too bad you don't have more time there.

[txbird]

Thanks everyone for sharing the info, advice and links. You have all been very helpful.

[Beauseant]

Hello txbird,

Here's some info :)

click here: boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1046600

 

(In MSC Cruises :Splendida cruise + some Malta info..... post 11:)

 

Malta is also known for it's neolithic temples. Some of these pre-date the Pyramids of Giza by over 1000 years and are World Heritage Sites. The following link takes you to the Malta's official museum agency, in which you will find all info about prices/opening hours etc.

 

http://www.heritagemalta.org/home.html

 

For me the NICEST neolithic site in Malta is the Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni;

 

Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, Paola:

One of Europe’s most extraordinary prehistoric sites, Hal Saflieni is a vast underground burial complex carved from solid rock. Malta’s most astonishing ancient treasure, this vast, 5,000-year-old underground cemetery was hewn by hand from the rock. It was here that the famous sculpture of the “Sleeping Lady” was found (see National Museum of Archaeology, Valletta). If you see only one megalithic site in Malta, make it this one – but be sure to book your ticket well ahead.

 

To book online: https://maltaticket.com/index.asp?page=heritage

[txbird]

Beauseant, Thanks for your very helpful information. I have purchased tickets for the 9:00 tour on Dec. 2nd, and I am very excited.

 

Happy sailing,

Robin

[Beauseant]

Next time you check for info about Malta, check it under the "Europe" part of the forums. Malta is part of europe (smallest nation in the EU) and not part of Africa or middle east :)

[txbird]

Thank you, Beauseant.......I have learned that by doing my research! Again, I appreciate all your help.

 

Robin