The site has seen a burst of archaeological activity aimed at halting years of decay and neglect, largely thanks to a 105-million-euro ($112 million) European Union-funded project.
The Pompeii site, rediscovered only in the 16th century, has seen a burst of recent archaeological activity aimed at halting years of decay and neglect.
Archaeologists discovered in August a small bedroom in a Roman villa near Pompeii that was almost certainly used by slaves, throwing light on their condition in the ancient world.
Archaeologists at Pompeii found a bedroom they believe was used by slaves in the ancient city.
The fresco depicts a plate of food and drink typically offered to guests upon entering the home.
What may be the ancestor of the modern pizza has been discovered in a fresco in the Roman city of Pompeii.
The two skeletons are believed to have been killed by collapsing buildings.
Plants growing on the ruins of Pompeii contributes to degradation of the historic site. Fortunately, sheep are a non-toxic solution to unchecked growth.
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