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Why is the Villa of Civita Giuliana in Pompeii so important?

21 August 2023

For several months now, the media and newspapers at frequent intervals have been talking about the famous Villa of Civita Giuliana in Pompeii. But why is there so much interest in this villa, why is it talked about so much? It must be said that the growing importance of the luxurious suburban Villa of Civita […]

Pompeii’s Frescoes as they were made

16 August 2023

Pompeii, the ancient city located at the foot of Mount Vesuvius and destroyed during the eruption of 79 A.D. still retains all its charm after 2,000 years despite being buried under a blanket of ash and lapilli for centuries. After the discovery in 1748 of the first finds from the ancient city of Pompeii, excavations […]

Why Pompeians did not flee during the eruption of 79 AD

4 August 2023

It was August 24, 79 AD (or probably October 24, according to recent archaeological discoveries), when Pompeii was destroyed in just a few days by the terrible eruption of Vesuvius. A violent, catastrophic, and unexpected eruption that left thousands of Pompeians dead, buried along with their city. It was around 1 p.m. when the plug […]

The history and conservation of the Pompeii excavations

26 July 2023

Buried by the eruption of a volcano, by more than 5 meters of volcanic material for at least 1700 years and unearthed accidentally in 1748. This is the story of Pompeii, one of the oldest Roman cities that survived earthquakes, eruptions and war. On October 24, 79 AD, after years of dormancy, Vesuvius suddenly awoke, […]

Herculaneum Excavations at Night

21 July 2023

Starting Friday, July 3, 2026, it will once again be possible to visit the Herculaneum ruins at night. A unique and evocative experience featuring lights, colors, music, and theatrical performances, which can be enjoyed every Friday from July 3 through August 7. It’s a different way, in a magical atmosphere, to discover and admire the […]

Nick Mason Concert in Pompeii

12 July 2023

Pink Floyd returns to Pompeii, this time it will be the band’s historic drummer, Nick Mason, who will be the protagonist of this spectacular event, which will be held on July 24. The strong bond that ties the band members to the historic Roman city dates back to 1971, when Pink Floyd first performed in […]

The characteristic streets of ancient Pompeii

7 July 2023

Not only houses, temples, paintings, and casts. One of the main attractions of the many tourists visiting Pompeii are the ancient roads dating back to Pompeian times and still perfectly intact. Much is the curiosity and surprise of visitors to still be able to walk along roads built more than 2,000 years ago and traveled […]

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