ExperiencesPompeii and Herculaneum

The archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum offer an extraordinary journey into the past, unveiling the remains of ancient cities buried under layers of ash and pumice during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Pompeii, located near the Civita hill, together with Herculaneum, Stabiae, and Oplontis, represents one of the most complete records of Roman life. The excavations, initiated by Charles III of Bourbon, revealed an exceptionally well-preserved city, offering a vivid snapshot of daily life in that era.

In 1997, to ensure protection and acknowledge the historical value of these sites, the ruins of Pompeii, along with those of Herculaneum and Oplontis, were included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. This site, which welcomed more than two million visitors annually in the first decade of the 21st century, was the second most visited archaeological site in Italy in 2010, demonstrating the enduring appeal and significance of these ancient marvels.