Explore Pompeii

The ancient city of Pompeii, near Naples in southern Italy, is known for its Roman ruins but was built upon a much older city that had been in use for centuries. In 79 C.E., a cataclysmic eruption of nearby Mount Vesuvius covered the entire city in 13 to 20 feet of volcanic ash and pumice. It was a wealthy town, home to between 10,000 and 20,000 residents at the time it was destroyed.

Pompeii offers a unique snapshot of Roman life that appears frozen in place at the moment it was buried, preserving a complete city’s architecture, artwork, and infrastructure. Excavations continue today at the Archaeology Park of Pompeii, where visitors can explore the ancient ruins.