VIRTUAL UNDERWATER MUSEUM

Underwater cultural heritage sites are out of sight and more often than not out of mind. The reason for this situation is simple - the physical barrier created by the sea itself. To date, only divers or people in submarines are able to visit these historic time capsules. There still exist limitations brought about by depth, remoteness and legislation. In fact, one of the central principles of the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage is that ‘State Parties shall promote public awareness regarding the value and importance of underwater cultural heritage', a principle that is fully endorsed by The Virtual Museum - Underwater Malta. This online platform brings underwater cultural heritage to the surface and into the homes of the general public. Using 3D, virtual reality and other media, the aim of this website is to provide access to and share Malta's unique underwater cultural heritage with all members of the public... In order to provide a virtual..