Pompeii is an ancient Roman city in Campania, southern Italy, buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The archaeological site preserves remarkably intact buildings, mosaics, and frescoes from Roman daily life. Visitors walk among the ruins to view temples, homes, and public spaces frozen in time, offering direct insight into classical civilization.
Pompeii is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Campania region of southern Italy, approximately 23 kilometres southeast of Naples. The archaeological park preserves a Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and is managed by the Parco Archeologico di Pompei, an autonomous body of the Italian Ministry of Culture. Content reflects publicly available site information and standard travel guidance accurate as of 2025.
Ancient Rome, Archaeological Tourism, Campania, UNESCO Heritage, Vesuvius Region, Cultural Travel Italy
