Pompeii

Pompeii is incredibly well preserved.  When Vesuvius erupted on 24 August AD 79, it engulfed the two flourishing Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as the many wealthy villas in the area. These have been progressively excavated and made accessible to the public since the mid-18th century. You will get a vivid impression of the opulent lifes...