https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/50015 2026-04-11T11:44:59Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/50317 Title: Malta Archaeological Review, Issue 9 Authors: Vella, Nicholas C. Abstract: Malta Archaeological Review, Issue 9 (2008-2009) Description: Includes: From the president / Anthony Bonanno - Society Activities 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/50316 Title: Wind funnelling underneath the Hagar Qim protective shelter Authors: Farrugia, Simon; Schembri, John A. Abstract: It is often said that wind and associated processes induced by it have caused damage to the megalithic temples at Hagar Qim over the years. The aim of this paper is to explore whether wind funnelling is taking place beneath the protective shelter that now covers the Hagar Qim temple complex. A project was set up to test the extent to which the wind speeds beneath the new protective shelter differ from those outside it. Wind speeds were measured inside and outside the shelter in 25 different places and in four directions over a period of four months. The results were mapped using a Geographic Information System facility. It was concluded that wind speed does not increase beneath the protective shelter except at certain points within the temple structure itself. 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/50191 Title: The original discovery of the Roman shipwreck at Xlendi, Gozo Authors: Wood, John Abstract: 'Xlendi Bay in Gozo is an important archaeological site but this was not realised until the 1960s. The reason for this is that its importance is maritime and its potential was only brought to light with the accidental discovery of artefacts on the seabed by British Navy divers. This discovery and subsequent investigation of the site came soon after SCUBA equipment started to become widely available and closely followed the development of the new discipline of underwater archaeology[. .. ] The objects that were raised by these pioneers are now held in the Gozo museum where they attract a lot of interest from members of the public [ ... ]' (Azzopardi 2006, 1) 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/50190 Title: Revisiting the Roman domus in Rabat, Malta, through a consideration of its mosaic flooring Authors: Caselli, Antonio Abstract: Mosaics have a language of their own. Whether they exhibit figurative or geometric drawings, mosaics help to regulate the flow of movement within a building and often correspond to the function of rooms. Figurative mosaics were meant to be admired and discussed by the pater familias and his guests, whilst geometric mosaics decorated passage areas that did not require waiting, such as corridors and service areas. Floor mosaics can offer valuable insights into the spatial organisation within a house. This paper considers the floor mosaics of the Roman domus in Rabat, Malta, and explores how their direction, decoration, and arrangement can help to gain a better understanding of the internal layout of the house. 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z