5Pompeii and Herculaneum – Near Naples

A visit to the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum offers a glimpse into life during the Roman Empire.

Both cities were buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, preserving their buildings, streets, and even some of their inhabitants in volcanic ash. Walking through these well-preserved sites is like traveling back in time.

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