Naples

Smothered by a volcano and buried for over 1,500 years, Pompeii's beautiful buildings and art survive for all to see today.

Built around the fourth century BC, during the Samnite era: it was a small open area around which shops were placed.

The oldest stone building of its kind known to mankind, dating back to 80 BC.

Accommodates up to 5000 people and has surprisingly excellent acoustics.

A luxury Roman house that was buried during the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD and rediscovered during the archaeological excavations of ancient Pompeii.

From Sorrento, see the imposing Mount Vesuvius across the Gulf of Naples.