Tag: Pompeii

Pompeii is one of those places I have always dreamed of going to one day. Its beautiful villas and ghastly stone figures provide a humbling contrast to the life of the Roman Empire. The sudden eruption of Mount Vesuvius, while tragic, has provided a wealth of archaeological knowledge. Excava...

Last week, I stayed in Naples with my wife, with the main purpose being to visit Pompeii. We visited Italy last year, and stayed on the Amalfi coast. During this visit, we had hoped to visit Pompeii, but we couldn’t make it happen, so we returned this year. This is my head dump which will hope...

Pompeii, located near the Bay of Naples in southern Italy, remains frozen in time, a terrifying witness to the power of nature and the resilience of human civilization. This ancient Roman city, preserved by Mount Vesuvius’ tragic eruption in 79 AD, provides a rare glimpse into the daily life, ...

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. On August 24, 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius erupted and buried the ci...