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Ivan Lucini
April 12, 2023
Hiking
In this place you can see the remains of ancient Herculaneum, a city completely destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79.
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December 17, 2016
Hiking
Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum (Italian: Ercolano) was an ancient Roman town destroyed by volcanic pyroclastic flows in 79 AD. Its ruins are located in the commune …
Two Wheels And I Am Happy
July 9, 2023
Hiking
Don't miss the side exhibition of the an old fishing boat just before the entrance to the site. Well worth the detour.
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