Abbatija Tad-Dejr, Early Christian hypogeum in Rabat, Malta
The site comprises four underground burial chambers carved into rock, featuring decorative baldacchino tombs arranged in systematic grid patterns.
Archaeological excavations between 1926 and 1933 revealed multiple burial complexes dating from the fourth to ninth centuries, integrated into a former quarry.
The central chamber houses a medieval chapel with remnants of frescoes depicting the Crucifixion, the Virgin Mary, and Archangel Gabriel.
The underground complex requires advance reservations through Heritage Malta for guided visits to explore the ancient burial structures.
The walls contain eight painted crosses in red pigment, combining both Greek and Latin styles, demonstrating the fusion of different Christian traditions.
Website: http://heritagemalta.org
GPS coordinates: 35.88211,14.39353
Latest update: April 3, 2025 18:03
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