Pompeii
Tragedy in Pompeii
24 AUGUST AD 79
3 pm -5 pm Lapilli (burning pumice stone) rains down on Pompeii.
local begin to flee
The city as it was before the eruption
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What to see in Pompeii in a single day
Pompeii has ancient origins, almost as Rome. Rich in monuments and squares, Pompeii is the city of the beautiful country – perhaps more than any other – where history lives and it is shown to the enchanted eyes of millions of tourists. Even you have not been able to resist its charm, aren’t you?
Do not be afraid, even if you have little time or you are just passing through on business you can visit Pompeii. Nothing is impossible if you really want, as long as the alarm sounds early in the morning. Try to be in town for 8:00, Pompeii is well connected, arriving there and moving around is quick and easy. But what to see in Pompeii in a single day? You can choose between two options:
Dedicate a full day to the ruins of Pompeii.
Have shopping in the city centre after visiting the Villa of the Mysteries and the Shrine of the Virgin of the Rosary.
Pompeii ruins
First option, the ruins of Pompeii, here is what to see inside:
Few tips for you: wear comfortable shoes and bring with you sandwich, water, smartphone for photos, sunscreen in summer and umbrella in winter… there is much to see and you have to walk.
The Forum and the Temple of Apollo
From Via Marina you have now the opportunity to see the historical centre of Pompei inside the archaeological site. The Forum is the beating heart of the city, economic ,cultural and religious centre, political Agora of the debates that inflamed the population.
During the second century a.D. the Forum was expanded: the traditional flooring made in tuff was replaced by travertine, widely used today, the square was enriched with numerous workshops and public buildings.
In the middle stands the temple of Apollo, one of the oldest religious buildings of Pompeii. This place is worshiped different gods such as Apollo and Mercury. The statuettes found are now at the Archaeological Museum of Naples.
The amphitheatre
It is the oldest stone building ever found, dating back to 80 BC, was the scene of bloody battles between gladiators and has a capacity of 20,000 spectators, you can easily reach it from the hole into Via dell’Abbondanza.
The arena was accessed through a tunnel, the crypt is connected to four inputs. Unlike other Roman amphitheatres the Pompeian one has not underground, at the top are visible the holes used to support the roof of the arena in order to protect the spectators from the sun when it was too hot and from the rain.
Did you know that Pink Floyd played in this timeless place in 1971? They recorded their Live at Pompeii, a concert without an audience, as if to pay homage to the souls of fallen warriors in battle. One of his most exciting in the history of Rock.
I want to give you a little tip: if you have the opportunity to stay until sunset, Via dell’Abbondanza is a very surreal scenery for a walk. It gives you the sensation of being suspended time between dream and reality.
House of the Faun
If you are a lover of ancient history, you should not miss the House of the Faun: it is located not far from the Forum, in Via della Fortuna. This ancient Roman villa occupies inside the archaeological site about 3000 square meters, and it is one of the oldest and majestic city buildings.
Its size suggests that it belonged to an outstanding member of the Roman nobility. It owes its name to the Faun, Roman god of woods and nature: his small bronze statue is located in the atrium at the center of the impluvium.
Surrounded by huge gardens, the hotel is characterized by more entrances. The right door introduces to environments of personal use: bathrooms, stables, baths and kitchen. The door opened to the left instead of sector representation. The floors are covered with mosaics and decorations date back to the Pompeian style.
The center of the house was decorated with a mosaic depicting the victory of Alexander the Great against Darius, king of Persia, currently on display at the museum in Naples. Small curiosity: it is thought that the villa had belonged to the grandson of the tyrant Silla.
The large theatre
Located not far from the House of the Faun and the Sanctuary, the Large Theatre was built in the second century BC .The stairs were realized by exploiting the cavity of the slope. The structure could accommodate about 5,000 spectators, to each one was reserved a number.
The upper tier is divided into seven sectors and is supported by a ring–shaped corridor. The stairway was protected by a wall that supported the awning, a mobile tarp sheltered spectators from the elements. The stage and the set were accompanied by statues and marble. On stage they were performed the famous comedies of Plautus and Terence.
Garden of the fugitives in the Ruins of Pompeii
Sixth wonder to see in Pompeii is the Garden of the fugitives, space dedicated to growing that will preserve forever the moment when time made life eternal: the casts of some inhabitants surprised during the escape from the devastating fury of the eruption. During the excavation works, the bodies of 13 victims of the eruption were found , the volcano’s devastating fury surprised them during their attempted escape to the sea. Thanks to the technique of plaster, leaking today retain expressions, body postures and a piece of history forever. Always with the same technique, today we managed to get even the casts of the roots of much of the vegetation of the area. Thanks to the ash that has covered the rests of the bodies and the vegetation, with passing the time they had a solidification process that has conserved the shape in spite of the decomposition, creating the print of the bodies in the land.http://pompeiisites.org/
The Shrine of the Virgin of the Rosary
The Shrine of Pompeii was founded by Bartolo Longo who has headed the eponymous square as the cathedral. It is one of the major centers of Marian devotion in Italy, on 8 May and the first Sunday of October it hosts hundreds of thousands of pilgrims from all over the world to celebrate the Supplication to Our Lady of Pompeii: the prayer written by Bartolo Longo and transmitted from radio and television around the world.
The monument was built between 1876 and 1891 under the direction of Antonio Cua, later replaced by Giovanni Rispoli, it has been expanded several times over the centuries to receive the huge flow of faithful who go still to visit picture of the Virgin.
With regard to the painting I want to tell you an anecdote. It is said that a young woman suffering from a severe form of epilepsy went to the Shrine to ask the Virgin to be healed and it seems that the miracle happened for real, that’s one of the reasons for which the site attracts millions of travelers.
The basilica is a cross with three aisles accompanied by three altars that are joined behind the apse. The nave culminates in a dome 57 meters high.
As a guardian never dozed a few steps from the cathedral stands the bell tower, designed by Aristide and Pio Leonori, impressive in its 5 floors. With a single glance you can see Vesuvius, the ruins and the entire Gulf of Naples. Here you can find all the information you need, visiting hours and celebrations:http://www.santuario.it/
Getting to Pompeii Ruins from Napoli by Circumvesuviana train
Inside the Station Piazza Garibaldi in Naples down below and take the Circumvesuviana train to Sorrento
(must get off at the Pompei Scavi stop) ).Trains depart about every 30 minutes and the trip to Pompeii takes about 30 minutes
The Circumvesuviana of Naples Piazza Garibaldi station is located on the lower level of the station, below the one where the high-speed trains arrive.
The Sorrento trains generally depart from platform 3, to access this binary there are no escalators or elevators. Attention to the message on the display that announce the incoming train to be sure to take the train to Sorrento, or else you risk finding yourself in Sarno!
Here is the schedule for the Circumvesuviana train that runs between Naples and Pompei approximately every half hour.
Due to the Covid-19 emergency, many routes have been suspended until 14 April, 2020.
The schedules published on this page are the official annual schedules, but we strongly suggest contacting the transport companies directly to confirm if specific routes are running.
Note that at this time that all residents and visitors in Italy can only move around in cases of pressing need and with an "autocertificazione" pass.
Getting to Pompeii Ruins from Napoli by Campania Express
2020 Campania Express Train Schedules Naples - Pompei Ruins -.Sorrento
The Campania Express is a special tourist line that runs along the same route as the Circumvesuviana between Naples and Sorrento, but stops at just a few stations and takes about 30 minutes less than the commuter trains to complete the trip. These trains have guaranteed seating, air conditioning, and space to store baggage.
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These trains run from mid-March to mid-October.
Tickets for the Campania Express from Naples to Pompeii cost around EUR 6; from Sorrento to Pompeii around EUR 4.
Tickets can be purchased online through the official EAV Campania website or at the Circumvesuviana ticket office 20 minutes before departure.
The Circumvesuviana train station at Napoli Centrale in Piazza Garibaldi is on the lower level, below the platforms for the high-speed trains.
The biggest difference between the regular Circumvesuviana trains and the Campania Express trains are that the latter are specifically designed for tourists and offer air conditioning, guaranteed seating, and luggage storage.
Getting to Pompeii Ruins from Sorrento by Circumvesuviana train
In Sorrento, the station is located in the center of town opposite Pizza Angelina Lauro and is the only train line between Sorrento and Naples, so you can't get on the wrong train! Trains depart about every 30 minutes and the trip to Pompeii takes about 30 minutes
Getting to Pompeii Ruins from Positano by sita bus and circumvesuviana train
If you are staying in Positano i, you'll have to travel first to Sorrento to take circumvesuviana train to Pompeii ruins . The Sita bus from Positano will drop you right in front of the Circumvesuviana train station in Sorrento. Trains depart about every 30 minutes
Getting to Pompeii Ruins from Positano by Tramvia tourist bus
Your tour will start from Positano ( Tramvia bus stop is located near the Internazionale bar 20 meters from casa perla ) where a bus will piclk you up and transport you to the ancient city of Pompei buried by the vesuvius eruption of 79 AD.
Ticket price includes bus services only - One Way E. 12 Adult/Child Round Trip E.20 Adult E.15 Child
Available every day from 01/04 to 03/11 2020
2020 Tramvia Bus schedules : Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 8:30 9:30
Arrival Pompei ( Villa dei Misteri ) 10,50 11,50
Estimated time.Bus could be delayed due to traffic condition
Return Pompei ( Villa dei Misteri ) 15,15 17,15
Tramvia - Emergency phone 334 29 19 661
Getting to Pompeii Ruins and Vesuvius from Positano by Tramvia tourist bus
Your tour will start from Positano ( Tramvia bus stop is located near the Internazionale bar 20 meters from casa perla ) where a bus will piclk you up and transport you to the ancient city of Pompei buried by the vesuvius eruption of 79 AD.
Ticket price includes bus services only - Round Trip E.35 Adult E.30 Child
Available every day from 01/04 to 03/11 2020
2020 Tramvia Bus schedules : Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 8:30
Arrival Pompei ( Villa dei Misteri ) 10:50
Estimated time.Bus could be delayed due to traffic condition
Pick -Up Vesuvius ( Pompei Villa dei Misteri ) 1 3:00
Return -Vesuvius 16:00
Tramvia - Emergency phone 334 29 19 661
Getting to Herculaneum Ruins from Positano by Tramvia tourist bus
Your tour will start from Positano ( Tramvia bus stop is located near the Internazionale bar 20 meters from casa perla ) where a bus will piclk you up and transport you Herculaneum Ruins
Ticket price includes bus services only - One Way E. 12 Adult/Child Round Trip E.20 Adult E.15 Child
Available every day from 01/04 to 03/11 2020
2020 Tramvia Bus schedules : Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 8 :30 9:30
Arrival Herculaneum Ruins 11,10 12,10
Estimated time.Bus could be delayed due to traffic condition
Return Herculaneum Ruins 15,15 17,15
Tramvia - Emergency phone 334 29 19 661
Getting to Herculaneum Ruins and Vesuvius from Positano by Tramvia tourist bus
Your tour will start from Positano ( Tramvia bus stop is located near the Internazionale bar 20 meters from casa perla ) where a bus will piclk you up and transport you Herculaneum Ruins and Vesuvius
Ticket price includes bus services only - Round Trip E.35 Adult E.30 Child
Available every day from 01/04 to 03/11 2020
2020 Tramvia Bus schedules : Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 8 :30
Arrival Herculaneum Ruins 1,10
Pick -Up Vesuvius - Herculaneum Ruins 12:50
Return -Vesuvius 16:00
Tramvia - Emergency phone 334 29 19 661
Getting to Napoli City from Positano by Tramvia tourist bus
Your tour will start from Positano ( Tramvia bus stop is located near the Internazionale bar 20 meters from casa perla ) where a bus will piclk you up and transport you Napoli City
Ticket price includes bus services only - One Way E. 18 Adult/Child Round Trip E.30 Adult E.25 Child
Available every day from 01/04 to 03/11 2020
2020 Tramvia Bus schedules : Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 8:30 9:30 15:55 16:55 17,55
Arrival Napoli City ( Piazzale Angioino ) 11:40 12:40 19:00 20:00 21:00
Estimated time.Bus could be delayed due to traffic condition
Return Napoli City ( Piazzale Angioino ) 14,20 16,20
Tramvia - Emergency phone 334 29 19 661
Getting to Capodichino Naples Airport from Positano by Tramvia tourist bus
Tramvia bus stop is located near the Internazionale bar 20 meters from casa perla.Tramvia bus will piclk you up and transport you Capodichino Naples Airport
One Way E. 18 Adult/Child
2020 Tramvia Bus schedules : Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 8:30 9:30 15:55 16:55 17,55
Arrival Capodichino Naples Airport 12:20 1320 19:25 20:25 21:25
Estimated time.Bus could be delayed due to traffic condition
Tramvia - Emergency phone 334 29 19 661
Positano - Sorrento by Tramvia bus
Tramvia bus stop is located near the Internazionale bar 20 meters from casa perla
One Way E. 4
2020 Tramvia Bus schedules : Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 11:55 12:55 15:55 17:35 19:35
Arrival - Sorrento ( piazza Lauro ) 12:30 13:30 16:30 18:10 20:10
Sorrento -Positano ( Piazza Lauro ) 8:00 9:00 15:20 16:20 17:20
Arrival Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 8:30 9:30 15:55 1:55 17:55
Positano - Amalfi by Tramvia bus
Tramvia bus stop is located near the Internazionale bar 20 meters from casa perla
One Way E. 6
2020 Tramvia Bus schedules : Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 8:30 9:30 15:55 16:55 17:55
Arrival - Amalfi ( PiazzaFlavio Gioia) 9:25 10:25 16:50 17:50 18:50
Amalfi -Positano ( Piazza Flavio Gioia ) 11:00 12:00 15:00 16:40 18:40
Arrival - Positano ( Bar Internazionale ) 11:55 12:55 15:55 17:35 19:35
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