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Torre Annunziata, Italy

Ruins of Oplontis

Buried next to Pompeii, this lesser-known Roman villa was the opulent vacation home of Emperor Nero's wife.

Torre Annunziata, Italy

Rock of Rovigliano

This tiny islet has somehow housed an ancient temple, two monasteries, a church, a fortress, and a restaurant.

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Villa dei Misteri

This amazingly well-preserved villa just outside Pompei boasts rare examples of ancient Roman paintings.

1 mile from Torre Annunziata

Thermopolia of Pompeii

Ancient snack bar of the Roman Empire re-opened.

1 mile from Torre Annunziata

Stone Phalluses of Pompeii

The walls and streets of the ancient city are peppered with penises.

1 mile from Torre Annunziata

The Brothels of Pompeii

Erotic art covers the walls of the largest ancient pleasure palace.

1 mile from Torre Annunziata

Plaster Citizens of Pompeii

The last moments of the ill-fated Pompeiians, frozen forever in plaster.

2 miles from Torre Annunziata

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