Archaeological excavations of Pompeii, Archaeological site in Italy
The archaeological excavations of Pompeii represent the remains of the ancient city of Pompeii, near Naples.
Pompeii was buried under 4 to 6 m of volcanic ash and pumice in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79.
Pompeii has been a tourist destination for over 250 years.
Today it has UNESCO World Heritage Site status and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Italy.
Pompeii is famous for its frescoes and graffiti.
Location: Pompei
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Email: pompei.info@beniculturali.it
Website: pompeiisites.org
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