Situated in the western sector of the Pompeii ruins, the House of the Vettii is one the city’s best-preserved Roman villas. Renovated after the earthquake of 62 AD, it features a fresh, unified design that includes an assortment of beautiful frescoes painted with black backgrounds framed in ...
Unveiled on the eve of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a new barrier-free route through the Pompeii ruins now allows wheelchair-users access to this world-renowned archaeological site. The three-kilometer trail features smooth pathways, access ramps and a very doable grade. Prev...
Mount Vesuvius, in southern Italy near Naples, is the only active volcano on the European mainland. It was Vesuvius that buried the famous Roman city of Pompeii, whose ruins are a popular tourist site. On the island of Sicily, Mount Etna, also still active, is one of the world's largest...
Pompeii is famous for the casts the hot ash formed around victims of the eruptions. The unfortunate people suffocated on ash in the air, which then covered them and preserved amazing details of their clothing and faces. Facts About Mount Vesuvius Location: West coast of Italy Coordinates: 40°...
16. Pompeii Ruins & Lunch with Wine Tasting Location:Pompei Scavi Villa Dei Misteri – 80045 Pompei, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy A comprehensivesmall-group tour of the UNESCO-listed Pompeii ruinscombines history and indulgence.Join an archaeologist guide to delve into the captivating story of...
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Don’t miss out on the various attractions of Naples, Italy. First, we recommend visitingPompeii. This famous archaeological site in the world is only 24 kilometers away. At this historic site, you can explore the ruins of an ancient Roman city. Next, you should explore thehistoric center ...
Or you can explore the island’s ancient catacombs or discover the ruins of the island’s marble theater. 12. Vikos Gorge Just outside of Monodendri, Vikos Gorge is an unspoiled gem. Its remote location and thus absence of human influence has led to one of Europe’s most biodiverse ...
Instituto Nazionale di Geophisica e Vulcanologia, Sezione di Catania (National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology, Catanian Section) Italy's Volcanoes: The Cradle of Volcanology Website. "Zafferana Etnea Journal: It's Plug Up Mt. Etna or Go the Way of Pompeii." New York Times article...
Italy - Pompei City Walking Tour An unforgettable tour of Pompeii - a settlement frozen in time, preserved under layers of ash and pumice in the two-day eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 AD. Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish details buy Aust...