Located in the far-west section of Pompeii, the House of the Tragic Poet is famed for its artful decoration, which includes frescoes and mosaics that are surprisingly grand for the home’s relatively small size.
An elaborate floor mosaic depicting actors gathering backstage led archeologists to postulate that an important poet or writer might have lived here. Also notable are the large mythological creatures portrayed in the atrium’s frescoes. Near the entrance is a mosaic with the words “cave canem,” a warning to visitors that the property is protected by a fierce dog.
From the snow-covered forests of Lapland to the alpine charm of the Swiss Alps and the festive medieval streets of Tallinn, these ten winter wonderlands each offer their own unique magic.
