Pompeii is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, owing to its status as "the only archaeological site in the world that provides a complete picture of an ancient Roman city". [12] . It is among the most popular …

3 days ago · 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 …

Mar 16, 2026 · On the 8th May 2026, Pope Leo XIV will visit the city of Pompeii; we will remain open as usual, with access via the three entrances: Porta Marina, Piazza Esedra and Piazza Anfiteatro.

Mar 21, 2018 · 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 …

Feb 14, 2025 · Pompeii was a Roman city in the Campania region of Italy in the vicinity of Naples. Buried under volcanic ash by the eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, Pompeii offers a …

Learn why the catastrophic eruption of Mt Vesuvius over the city of Pompeii in 79 CE continues to grip the world’s imagination.

Apr 8, 2026 · There’s a lot to see in Pompeii and almost none of it is marked since it’s a preserved historical site. Let our local, expert guide explain all the best sites as they share crazy anecdotes and …

Apr 28, 2026 · Located in the Bay of Naples in Italy, this ancient city was near-instantly buried in ash and pumice when Mt Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, essentially freezing it in time. Today, Pompeii is …

The excavations of Pompeii are a fascinating journey into the past. In 79 A.D., the eruption of Mount Vesuvius destroyed the cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Stabiae and Oplontis, burying them in ash.

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 …