House of the Silver Wedding, Ancient Roman domus in Pompeii, Italy
Description
The House of the Silver Wedding is a Roman residence in Pompeii featuring four tall Corinthian columns in its atrium, supporting a roof adorned with palmette decorations and lion-headed gutter spouts. The property spreads across multiple areas with two gardens, a central pool, a bath house with heated tubs, and an outdoor swimming pool.
History
The residence was buried under volcanic ash from Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and remained hidden until excavation between 1891 and 1893. The dig occurred during a period of major rediscoveries at Pompeii that revealed new insights into Roman daily life.
Culture
The name comes from a royal visit in 1893 that marked an important moment in Italian history. This connection gives the site a special place in the story of how the ruins were rediscovered and shared with the public.
Practical
The site is located within the archaeological area of Pompeii and can be visited like other ruins there. It is helpful to wear comfortable shoes since the ground is uneven and the sun can be intense during warm months.
Did you know?
Graffiti and inscriptions on the walls reveal that the house belonged to wealthy Lucius Albucius Celsus, a member of Pompeii's aristocracy. These written traces offer visitors a direct glimpse into the identity and social standing of the former residents.
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