The Ruins in Pompei

An educational daytrip in one of Italy’s well known ruins.

Pompei contains the preserved building that survived the volcanic eruption of Vesuvius hundreds of years ago. Because ash preserves structures, the city still dwells for many people to visit. Ancient Greek civilization and an empire that ruled in its day belonged to Pompei. When the volcano erupted many people were buried in lava that surrounds and some people covered in lava are on display. This is the most visited site in the south of Italy and even in the winter many people were there visiting. It was a historical and educating experience although I wish I knew more about the history of Pompei before I visited.

Pompei is such a large ruined city, much bigger than what I expected. Also the weather was very dramatic with showers, some thunder and dark clouds. Like the rest of my travels through Italy, I was very wet even with my umbrella.

Pictures of Anfiteatro, Casa del Fauno, Tempio Apollo, and Arco Onorario in Pompei