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Pompeii's latest findings shed light on earthquake destruction

A recent Pompeii find reveals that the inhabitants' downfall wasn't just caused by the volcanic eruption, but by a devastating blend of the eruption and a simultaneous earthquake.

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New high-speed train will link Rome to the ancient city of Pompeii

The new train route will also connect to Rome’s Fiumicino airport.

Ecotech

This medieval cathedral is about to install solar panels on its roof

Across Europe, historic buildings are balancing heritage and climate action by turning to solar power.

Culture news

Herculaneum fresco among dozen of treasures returned to Italy by US

Italy is celebrating the return of 60 ancient artefacts, some dating back to first century BC, with total value of more than €18.4m.

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Travel News

'Barbarian!' Aussie tourist charged after moped ride through Pompeii

The tourist from Down Under sped through the site for 1.5km before he was stopped by police.

Italy

Pompeii: New discoveries reveal lives of Roman city's middle class

Archaeologists have excavated four new rooms in a middle-class home in Pompeii, discovering ceramic dishware and decorative items.

Art

'Rumpy Pompeii': Sex lives of the wild & ancient erupt in new exhibit

If you visit the site Pompeii, you will notice that there is erotic art everywhere you look. A new exhibition titled 'Art and Sensuality in the Houses of Pompeii', aims to look at why the people of Pompeii were so fascinated with eroticism.

Culture news

Pompeii's excavation uncovers 'duck and snails' fast food shop

New work to preserve the remains of the city of Pompeii has uncovered some interesting archaeological discoveries.

Tech News

Could robots be better at restoring historical treasures than humans?

A team of researchers in Italy are exploiting an intelligent robotic system to process, match and physically reconstruct frescoes and other shattered artefacts from Pompeii.

Italy

Well-preserved 'slave room' unearthed in ancient Roman city of Pompeii

Archaeologists have unearthed what they think was a room for slaves in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii

Italy

Pompeii discovery ‘first evidence’ Greek was also used in Ancient Rome

Archaeologists say the discovery of a well-preserved skeleton in a Pompeii tomb is the first confirmation that Greek was used in Ancient Rome alongside Latin.

Moments

From the Colosseum to Pompeii: The reopening of Italy’s famous museums

“After the closures there is a desire for beauty, for culture, for a return to normal life.”

Travel News

Archeologists discover intact ceremonial chariot in ruins near Pompeii

Archaeologists believe the cart was used for festivities and parades, and perhaps to carry brides to their new homes.

Destinations

Archaeologists discover perfectly preserved snack bar in Pompeii ruins

Ongoing excavation works to the site of Pompeii remain one of the biggest archaeological projects ever seen. This latest discovery is an exciting development.

Italy

Mallard to go? Dig of Pompeii fast-food place reveals tastes

A fast-food eatery at Pompeii has been excavated, helping to reveal dishes that were popular for the citizens of the ancient Roman city who were partial to eating out.

Italy

Bodies of 'rich man' and his 'male slave' unearthed in Pompeii dig

The bones of the two Roman men have given clues as to their social status, with one body thought to be a slave due to the compressed discs in his spine.

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Italy's archaeological site Pompeii reopens - but with restrictions

There were strict measures in place including temperature checks, one-way paths and spaced-out circles to keep people in queues apart.

World

Pompeii to unveil new remains as it reopens after COVID-19 lockdown

The site of the Roman city of Pompeii - destroyed by the eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD (CE) - is returning from lockdown in expanded form.

Italy

Rising from the ashes: Restored Herculaneum house opens to public

Pompeii wasn't the only Roman city to be engulfed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Herculaneum was buried even deeper than its neighbour so its secrets are just beginning to be revealed.

Italy

Trove of jewels, beads and good luck charms found at Pompeii

Archaeologists say the finds at the House of the Garden in Regio V of Pompeii