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  1. 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 …

  2. Pompeii | History, Volcano, Map, Population, Ruins, & Facts | Britannica

    6 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 …

  3. Pompeii: Bodies, Mount Vesuvius & Herculaneum | HISTORY

    Aug 27, 2010 · 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 …

  4. Homepage - Pompeii Sites Official Pompeii Archaeological Site

    Nov 3, 2025 · Timetables, tickets, map and guide to the excavations of the official Pompeii Archaeological Site, Boscoreale, Oplontis, Stabiae, Longola

  5. A first-time guide to Pompeii, Italy - Lonely Planet

    Feb 11, 2025 · Plan your visit to Pompeii, Europe's most compelling archaeological site, with this guide to tickets, things to see and what to be aware of before you go.

  6. Explore Ancient Pompeii: History, Eruption, and Excavations

    Pompeii, an ancient city located near modern Naples in Italy, offers a unique glimpse into the life of a Roman city frozen in time. Its history is marked by a series of significant events and transformations, …

  7. Archaeologist’s discovery reveals secrets of how Romans built Pompeii

    22 hours ago · Scientists excavating the ancient Roman city of Pompeii have unearthed a construction site preserved exactly as it was when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, offering unprecedented …

  8. How to Visit Pompeii: First-Timer's Guide & Essential Tips

    Nov 7, 2025 · Discover how to visit Pompeii with insider tips from my several return visits to the site. This complete guide shares secret spots, practical advice, and local insights to help you experience this …

  9. An ancient stone staircase seemed to lead nowhere. It’s ... - CNN

    3 days ago · Clues from a digital reconstruction of a lavish ancient home are changing how researchers understand Pompeii’s elite.

  10. History of Pompeii: A Comprehensive Guide to the Lost City of the ...

    Pompeii, once a bustling Roman city, was abruptly frozen in time in the year AD 79 by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Rediscovered in the 18th century, it has since become an evocative and invaluable …