Ruins of Pompeii
by Ivete Basso Photography
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Ruins of Pompeii
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Ivete Basso Photography
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Ruins of Pompeii is from Pompeii, Italy
The ruins of Pompeii are near the modern suburban town of Pompei (nowadays written with one 'i'). It stands on a spur formed by a lava flow to the north of the mouth of the Sarno River (known in ancient times as the Sarnus).
Today it is some distance inland, but in ancient times it would have been nearer to the coast. Pompeii is about 8 km (5.0 mi) away from Mount Vesuvius. It covered a total of 163 acres and was a major city in the region of Campania.
Pompeii has been a tourist destination for over 250 years. Today it has UNESCO World Heritage Site status and is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Italy, with approximately 2.5 million visitors every year.
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Comments (8)
Bob Orsillo
Wonderful photography Ivete, just think of all that history you captured here! V/F
Ivete Basso Photography replied:
Thanks, Bob. Appreciate your nice comment and your V/F. Thanks for visit my Gallery!
Al Bourassa
Great shot of this impressive place Ivete. V/F
Ivete Basso Photography replied:
Thanks, Al. Appreciate your nice comment and your V/F. Yes, is very impressive and mystic place...
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