Herculaneum | Vesuvius’ well-preserved victim
Buried alongside Pompeii in the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, lies Herculaneum, a smaller yet more opulent Roman city. Unlike Pompeii, which was smothered by ash, Herculaneum was struck by a superheated pyroclastic surge, a scorching cloud acting as an insulator, essentially flash-baking the city and preserving a remarkable amount of organic material.
Even today, the remains of wooden furniture, doors, roofs, mosaics and frescoes, and even food have been remarkably preserved, offering a unique window into the daily lives of its wealthy residents. Visit Herculaneum in the Campania region of Italy and discover its amazing history.