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Malta

Tal-Barrani

Agricultural estate with tombs and catacombs.

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

Location

About

The Tal-Barrani site in Malta is an archaeological location of significant historical importance. It features a combination of agricultural and burial structures, including field systems and an array of tombs and catacombs dating from the Late Iron Age to the Classical Period. This site reveals the presence of Punic rock-cut tombs, late Roman and Byzantine catacombs, and Christian burial structures. These findings indicate a long-term use of the area for both agricultural and funerary purposes. The site's strategic location near an ancient road network suggests it might have been a vital connection point between various communities. This rich archaeological record offers valuable insights into the cultural and historical dynamics of Malta across different periods.

Gallery

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Archaeological Features

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Burial and Funerary Structures

TombsCatacombs

Agricultural and Land Use Features

Field Systems

Transportation and Communication Structures

Roads

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Malta
Source
Wikipedia