Venue
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HABITA79 Pompeii
room Via Roma, 10, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy
public https://www.habita79.it/
phone +390815959625
email info@habita79.it
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About The Pompei
Pompei, located in the Campania region of Italy, is an ancient Roman city steeped in both grandeur and tragedy. Preserved beneath layers of volcanic ash since the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, Pompei stands as a poignant reminder of the power of nature and the resilience of human civilization. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pompei offers visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore the remnants of an ancient society frozen in time.
Wandering through the remarkably preserved streets of Pompei, visitors can immerse themselves in the daily life of its inhabitants. From well-preserved homes and taverns to grand theaters and temples dedicated to Roman gods, the archaeological site paints a vivid picture of the city's bustling urban life before its tragic end. Particularly striking are the plaster casts of Pompei's residents, capturing the haunting moments of their final demise.
Today, Pompei continues to captivate visitors from around the world, offering a glimpse into the ancient past and sparking curiosity about the lives of those who once walked its streets. With its rich history and evocative ruins, Pompei invites travelers to embark on a journey of discovery, where every step reveals a new chapter in the story of this remarkable city.
Welcome to Pompei!
Travel Information
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Local Rail
The easiest way to reach Pompeii is the Circumvesuviana train (https://www.eavsrl.it/web/orari-linee-ferroviarie) that runs between Naples and Sorrento or Sarno. From the Circumvesuviana stations, you can easily walk to the venue of the conference in 5 (from the station along the Sarno line) or 22 minutes (from the station on the Sorrento line). Pompei is served by the national railway service (https://www.trenitalia.com/), and the station is within walking distance of the conference venue (about 8 minutes of walk). high-speed train services stop at Napoli and Salerno, but occasionally some trains stop also in Pomepi. The nearest airport is the Napoli one, from where bus services run daily, with the SORRENTO – NAPLES AIRPORT bus company of Curreri Viaggi (https://www.curreriviaggi.it/it/navetta-aeroporto-di-napoli) at the cost of 10 euros.