Pompeii was an ancient city in Naples Italy under the Roman Empire. It was comprised of ancient Greek settlers who came to the region in 8th Century BC.
Pompeii was very close to Mount Vesuvius and was an attraction for rich people who wanted to enjoy its sunny and rich environment. It is estimated that over 20,000 people lived in Pompeii and the surrounding regions.
It was a town booming in business because of the many tourists, traders and wealthy people in it.
Mount Vesuvius, a very dangerous volcanic mountain has existed for hundreds of thousands of years and has erupted over 50 times but its most deadly was the eruption that occurred in 79 AD the year the city of Pompeii died and was lost.
Bodies in Pompeii. Photo: Scoop Whoop
The mountain erupted and the city was buried in feet…
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