Pompeii - Wikipedia Pompeii ( pɒmˈpeɪ (i) ⓘ pom-PAY (-ee); Latin: [pɔmˈpei̯ iː]) was a city in what is now the municipality of Pompei, near Naples, in the Campania region of Italy Along with Herculaneum, Stabiae, and many surrounding villas, the city was buried under 4 to 6 m (13 to 20 ft) of volcanic ash and pumice in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD
Pompeii | History, Volcano, Map, Population, Ruins, Facts | Britannica Pompeii, preserved ancient Roman city in Campania, Italy, that was destroyed by the violent eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE The circumstances of its destruction preserved Pompeii’s remains as a unique document of Greco-Roman life Learn more about Pompeii, including its history and excavations
Pompeii: Bodies, Mount Vesuvius Herculaneum | HISTORY Pompeii, a flourishing resort city south of ancient Rome, was nestled along the coast of Italy in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, an active volcano Its most famous eruption took place in the year
Pompeii - World History Encyclopedia Pompeii was a large Roman town in Campania, Italy which was buried in volcanic ash following the eruption of Mt Vesuvius in 79 CE Excavated in the 19th-20th century, its excellent state of preservation gives an invaluable insight into Roman everyday life
Explore Ancient Pompeii: History, Eruption, and Excavations Pompeii, an ancient city located near modern Naples in Italy’s Campania region, offers a remarkable glimpse into Roman life as it stood in 79 AD This once-thriving city was abruptly buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius The preservation of Pompeii beneath this volcanic material has provided an unparalleled snapshot of Roman urban planning
Complete Guide to Visiting the Pompeii Excavations Welcome to the portal dedicated to one of the world’s most fascinating archaeological sites Discover the history of Pompeii, the Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, and immerse yourself in the secrets of its ancient streets, frescoed villas, and everyday life