Pompei
- States
- Italy
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1997
- Location
- Province of Naples, Campania
- Region
- Europe & North America
- Coordinates
- 40.75, 14.48333333
- Last Visited
- 2023
- UNESCO ID
- 829
- WH Site
- 829
The UNESCO World Heritage site encompassing Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Torre Annunziata in Italy preserves an extraordinary snapshot of ancient Roman life, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried under volcanic ash and pumice, reveal remarkably intact urban centers with frescoed villas, public baths, and amphitheaters, showcasing Roman architecture and daily life. Nearby Torre Annunziata complements these sites with its own archaeological treasures, including luxurious seaside villas. Together, they offer invaluable insights into the culture and society of antiquity.
