When visiting Italy, most tourists are looking to see the sights and places and the ruins of Pompeii are considered to be one of the most astonishing archaeological places to visit in the world. Zia Lucy, as a licensed guide, is now proud to offer walking tours inside the ruins for anyone wanting to experience history, culture and archeology!
The Ruins and Their History
The origins of Pompeii are not well known, but many historians believe that the colony was established in the 7th century BC. Eventually the colony became roman after the fall of the Greeks and Samnites in that area. Years before Pompeii was covered in volcanic ash and dust, a major earthquake stuck the city forcing most of the population to evacuate to other surrounding areas of Italy.
By the time Mount Vesuvius, the volcano that erupted over the Bay of Naples, blew the city was then covered in ash and dust for many hundreds of years before being discovered. Pompeii was discovered during the Eighteenth century. Of the original 66 hectares, 44 have been recovered today. There are many areas of the ruins that are yet to be discovered.
What You Will See on Our Tour
The tour to Pompeii will be led by a local guide giving you a great local experience. Pompeii has shown many tourists and locals the origins behind Italian arts, culture, and experiences of the past. Whether you are a history guru or a tourist with no knowledge of the area, a tour of Pompeii with Zia Lucy will open your eyes and mind to a new world within Italy.
The architecture, art, and décor that is still on site at the ruins will show how the past has led to some of the various traditions and cultural aspects of today’s Italy. Those that choose to go on the tour will be fascinated by howpompeian lived their daily lives and see what was left behind even after many years of being buried under ash and rubble.
From thermal baths to temples, you can expect to see the spaces that were carved out by the people of Pompeii. Furnished with gyms, pools, open spaces, and gardens, the thermal baths provided its people with a place to socialize and gather. The temples feature different deities of the time. These are considered to be some of the favorite aspects of wandering throughout the ruins of Pompeii.
When touring with us you will see the ins and outs of the ruins with a local feel that gives you more than your standard tourist walking tour.
Is Pompeii for Everyone?
Taking a tour with a local guide to see the ruins is a great experience. Pompeii is a place to learn about the culture, history, and values of the Romans who once lived there. Zia Lucy’s local guidance will give you an experience that you will never forget and will be fun for the whole family.
It is important to wear good shoes as the ancient roads of Pompeii are not flat and comfortable so gym, tennis or running shoes are required.
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