THE RUINS OF POMPEII
The eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD buried the town of Pompeii in ash and captured a moment in time. Under the ash everything remained as it was at the time of the eruption. Artwork was preserved, buildings remained, artifacts protected. Here are a few glimpses at the place that once was home to 20,000 Pompeian residents.
The Streets of Pompeii
Entry Arch to Forum
Houses and shops
Stepping stone in street to aid crossing when streets flooded from rains or high tides.
A bend in the road.
Vesuvius looming
Frescoes, Mosaics, Sculpture
Apollo - Temple of Vaspian
Fauna - Entry Atrium
Ceilling - Women's Bath House
Wall fresco - Private Villa
Erotica - Walls of Brothel
Beware of Dog - Entry Foyer Floor
3D Mosaic Floor tiles
Courtyard Floor
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