The ruins of Pompeii, Italy: a time capsule of ancient history

<p>Pompeii was a prosperous city in the ancient Roman era, known for its rich culture, art and architecture. The city prospered through trade and agriculture and attracted a large number of people from different parts of the Roman Empire.</p> <p>On August 24, 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius erupted and buried the city in a thick layer of ash and rock, burying almost everything beneath it. Paradoxically, this led to the city being preserved and remaining amazingly well preserved over the centuries.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/@nicogyros2106/the-ruins-of-pompeii-italy-a-time-capsule-of-ancient-history-3e8a38188c77"><strong>Click Here</strong></a></p>