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Pliny the Younger described the ground shaking as Mount Vesuvius exploded in fury. That eruption devastated Pompeii.

Earthquake activity as damaging as the eruption of Mount Vesuvius bears part of the blame for the total devastation of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii in 79 A.D., new research suggests.

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The ancient Romans were unaware of the massive danger posed by a volcano in their midst, so when Mount Vesuvius erupted in A.D. 79, thousands of people scrambled to escape several small seaside towns.

A loaf of bread, divided into eight slices, lies preserved in Pompeii, where it was found inside an earthen oven. Wheat bread ...

Extra charges for admission to Pompeii (13 euros, or approximately $14.50) and Mount Vesuvius (10 euros, or about $11) might apply. Popular Tours Capri Private tour in Azimut 43 with professional Chef ...

The city of Pompeii has been buried by Mount Vesuvius's eruption since 79 AD, and it's one of the most well-known archaeological sites in modern times.

Excavations in Pompeii revealed that four people, including a child, tried to seek shelter from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius by barricading themselves in a bedroom. CNN values your feedback 1.

The "Ringed Lady" of Herculaneum is one of the most important discoveries from the ancient city that was buried by the ...