Vesuvius Collection (page 18)

Lear / Nonsense / Vesuvius
There was an Old Man of Vesuvius, who studied the works of Vitruvius; When the flames burnt his book, to drinking he took, that morbid Old Man of Vesuvius

Vesuvius Circa 78
A Roman galley sails past Vesuvius, depicted before the catastrophic eruption of 79, which destroyed the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum

Excavated houses unearthed at Herculaneum
An ancient Roman town unearthed beneath thirty feet of solidified mud from the great eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D

The Site of Pompeii
A view of the site of Pompeii in the 19th century, with tantalising pieces of archaeology poking through the ash, and Vesuvius smoking menacingly in the distance

Italy Villa Found
Archeologists discover a Roman villa in the villa Prisco in Bosco Reale near Vesuvius

Pompeii Vanished
Pompeii, ancient city of Italy, destroyed by an eruption of Vesuvius in 79 BCE

Bay of Naples View
On the shores of the Mediterranean, a view of Naples from Mergellina harbour with fishing boats in the foreground and Vesuvius smouldering in the distance

Mount Vesuvius view and Vico Equense, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

View from Seiano overlooking Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, Campania, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

Aerial view of Naples with Mount Vesuvius behind, Campania, Italy, Europe

Restored buildings in Roman town buried in AD 79 by ash flows from Mount Vesuvius, in the background, Pompeii, UNESCO World Heritage site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Naples / Bay / Vesuvius
A view of the Bay of Naples, with Vesuvius smouldering ominously in the distance

Herculaneum Excavation
A tunnel leading to the excavated remains of Herculaneum, buried in AD79 by the pyroclastic flow from the erupting Mount Vesuvius

Italy / Herculaneum
The uncovered ruins of the town of Herculaneum, buried under the pyroclastic flow from the erupting Mount Vesuvius on 24 August AD79

Funicular Vesuvius 1880
The opening of the funicular on Vesuvius is celebrated by large crowds

Vesuvius Funicular 1880
FUNICULAR takes tourists up to the top of Vesuvius

Up Vesuvius by Rail
Negotiating the lava flow on the upper slopes of Vesuvius was an exhausting business until this funicular was constructed in the 1880s, commemorated in popular song

Coming down Vesuvius
TOURISTS ON VESUVIUS - coming down somewhat more rapidly than they climbed up !

Tourists on Vesuvius - 2
TOURISTS ON VESUVIUS - they are pulled up the side of the mountain

Tourists on Vesuvius - 1
TOURISTS ON VESUVIUS - they are pushed up the side of the mountain

Roman Soldier 72 Ad
A Roman sentinel in Pompeii, a few years before the disastrous eruption of Vesuvius

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"Vesuvius: A Timeless Icon of Italy's Bay of Naples" Step back in time to the 1800s, where the label "Sorrento Hotel" evokes images of grandeur and elegance amidst the stunning backdrop of Mount Vesuvius. This majestic volcano has long been a symbol of power and destruction, forever etched in history. The ruins of Pompeii stand as a haunting reminder of Vesuvius' wrath. One sheet poster artwork for "Up Pompeii" (1971) captures the allure and intrigue surrounding this ancient city frozen in time. The UK quad artwork further immerses us into its captivating narrative. From the ruins themselves, we witness an awe-inspiring sight - Mount Vesuvius towering over Pompeii. Its presence is both breathtaking and ominous, reminding us that nature can be both beautiful and deadly. Naples, with its enchanting cityscape featuring Certosa di San Martino alongside Vesuvius, offers a unique perspective on this natural wonder. It serves as a constant reminder to cherish life's fleeting moments against such powerful forces. In Roman times, residents gazed upon Vesuvius from their Forum buildings - unaware that it would one day seal their fate. The death of Elder Pliny during the eruption remains etched in our collective memory as a testament to human vulnerability before nature's might. As we explore Napoli and gaze out towards the Bay of Naples from afar, our eyes are drawn once again to Mount Vesuvius dominating the horizon. Its presence is undeniable; it shapes not only landscapes but also cultures and histories that have unfolded around it. Today, these ancient ruins hold UNESCO World Heritage Site status - preserving Pompeii's legacy for generations to come. Located within Campania province near Naples in Italy, they serve as reminders not only of past civilizations but also humanity's resilience in rebuilding after tragedy strikes. Vesuvius stands tall, a timeless icon that continues to captivate our imagination.