Pompeii is a vast archaeological site in southern Italy’s Campania region. Once a thriving and sophisticated Roman city, Pompeii was buried in meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 C.E. Near the coast of the Bay of Naples, the site features excavated ruins that visitors can freely explore.
All that is left of Civita di Bagnoregio, the Lazio town founded by the Etruscans more than 2,500 years ago, is a cluster of holiday homes, a B&B, restaurants and souvenir shops, all catering to the tourists who come to marvel at and indulge this gem of Italy’s past. Oh, and a steadfast full-time population of six, a number that swells to about 100 at the height of summer. Once considered the “jewel city of the Tiber Valley”, Civita started to decline in the 17th century, due to earthquakes and soil erosion which sent many of its medieval buildings tumbling down the cliffs, and the inhabitants fleeing to nearby towns. Find out more about Civita di Bagnoregio in this article by The Local Italy. Today's hike took us to Monte Nuovo, a cinder cone volcano within the Campi Flegrei caldera and a mere 10 minute drive from our house. A series of damaging earthquakes and changes in land elevation preceded its only eruption, which lasted from September 29 to October 6, 1538, when it was formed. The event is important in the history of science because it was the first eruption in modern times to be described by a large number of witnesses. Volcanologists feared another eruption between 1969 and 1984, when there were again earthquakes and changes in land elevations in the area. Visit Hiking Campania to find out more about this hike with breathtaking views. Renowned for its grand old architecture, beautiful scenery, and world-class cuisine, Italy has become one of the best countries in the world for luxury tourism. Here are 10 Italian destinations frequented by the super-rich. Capri, Amalfi, Positano and Rome - check! Only 6 more to go!
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AuthorClaudia CategoriesArchives
May 2016
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