Pompeii, The Ancient City Frozen in Time
Pompeii was an ancient city that was destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD/CE. The Archaeological Park of Pompeii is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is just a short 3 minute walk from the train station. In fact, when you arrive at the train station in Pompeii, you will see a tourist information center right as you exit the train station, where they will provide you with maps, information on excursions, transportation and any other information related to your visit in Pompeii free of charge.
The archaeological ruins of Pompeii are a massive complex, and you may find it difficult to walk and see the entire area in a day. As you walk through the ancient city, you will be marveled by the remains of such grandiose plazas, amphitheaters, temples, villas, restaurants, statues and even human remains frozen in time by volcanic ash. Huge columns, cobblestone streets and buildings are all flanked by wild rosemary bushes, olive trees, and an imposing Mount Vesuvius.
Some of the murals and floor tiles at various villas and temples are incredibly well preserved and you can see every color and detail in them. The Lupanar, which are the well preserved ruins of a brothel, even have paintings on the walls depicting various sexual positions that were once available for hire.
