Pompeii (/ pɒmˈpeɪ (i)/ ⓘ pom-PAY (-ee); Latin: [pɔmˈpei̯.iː]) was a city in what is now the municipality of Pompei, near Naples, in the Campania region of Italy. Along with Herculaneum, …

2 days ago · Pompeii, preserved ancient Roman city in Campania, Italy, that was destroyed by the violent eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. The circumstances of its destruction preserved …

3 days ago · Timetables, tickets, map and guide to the excavations of the official Pompeii Archaeological Site, Boscoreale, Oplontis, Stabiae, Longola

Aug 27, 2010 · Pompeii, a flourishing resort city south of ancient Rome, was nestled along the coast of Italy in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, an active volcano. Its most famous eruption …

Feb 11, 2025 · Plan your visit to Pompeii, Europe's most compelling archaeological site, with this guide to tickets, things to see and what to be aware of before you go.

Mar 21, 2018 · Pompeii was a large Roman town in Campania, Italy which was buried in volcanic ash following the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 CE. Excavated in the 19th-20th century, its …

Dec 12, 2025 · Discover how to visit Pompeii with insider tips from my several return visits to the site. This complete guide shares secret spots, practical advice, and local insights to help you …

May 30, 2025 · A visitor's guide to the ancient city of Pompeii. Find out about all the best things to do in this historic place.

May 27, 2025 · Located in the Bay of Naples in Italy, this ancient city was near-instantly buried in ash and pumice when Mt Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD—essentially freezing it in time. Today, …

Jan 7, 2026 · When was Pompeii really destroyed? Experts can’t seem to agree. The true date of the eruption has long eluded—and vexed—historians of the deadly disaster. Here’s what the …