Visitors who miss out on the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum tours can still get a glimpse of this unique heritage site through a new audiovisual presentation within its interpretation centre.

Inaugurated recently following months of conservation activity on the siteitself, the project was financed througha grant from the European Economic Area, comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.

Thanks to new technology, visitors who do not manage to book a ticket to see the Hypogeum in person have the opportunity to explore this prehistoric site through a new, immersive experience installed in the redesigned interpretation centre.

The presentation gives the historic background on what led to the site’s discovery, its links to above-ground contemporary sites and tales and the so-called ‘urban legends’ which developed over time after the discovery of the site.

The understanding of new evidence and new research about the evolution of Malta’s Neolithic temples is also explored in the presentation.

Excavation tools from the period and elements pertaining to the discovery complement the audiovisual tour. Visitors also learn the interpretation of the archaeological finds at the site by coming in direct contact with some of the original artefacts on display.

Tickets for the audiovisual show in the new interpretation centre are available daily and can be booked online on the Heritage Malta site.

Prices for the show are €5 for adults and €3.50 for seniors, children students and those eligible for a concession.