.JPG)
I visited Pompeii, many years ago. The sun was merciless on that day (though it was not summer, but autumn) , making it difficult for me to concentrate on the archeological findings. I managed ,however, to spend about three hours there.
The ancient Roman city of Pompeii was destroyed by the 2-day Vesuvius volcano eruption in 79 AD. The city got burried in volcanic ash just like its neighbor Herculaneum and other villages in the area.
Pompeii was excavated in the 19th and 20th century in a fabulous state of preservation giving great insight into Roman everyday life.
I've recently read in an article, that the activity of Vesuvius ,volcano overlooking the entire Bay of Naples, was not the only cause of destruction. There was an earthquake going on at that time; perhaps stirred by the volcanic eruption.
It's amazing, how after so many years, scientists find new evidence, and reach new conclusions. They say, this is due to disciplinary interaction that wasn't available before: geologists, forensic doctors, historians, architects - use an approach that connecta and integrates several methods and specialties in the pursuit of a common target.
I saw the exhibition "Pompeii: In the Shadow of the Volcano'" in Toronto that impressed me tremendously. It lingered in my mind for quite some time. I even published two posts about it. September 21 and 22, 2015. Your post reminded me what I had seen...
ReplyDeleteI've heard the exhibition was stunning (If possible I'll read your posts on it. I've got trouble lately with the mail and internet). There's also a famous book at Amazon on the subject.
DeleteOh, it's so great to see your picture. What an interesting place and how they find new evidence like this with new technology, etc. Thanks so much for this post. So interesting to read about your journey there and how hot it was, too.
ReplyDeleteWell, I was still young in the picture. I wrote previously about the area of Vesuvius with some photos,, but not about Pompei. It appears it's constantly explored. There are a lot of youtube videos about it.
DeleteA city with rich history...didn't know Pompeii is so close to Naples....
ReplyDeleteYes, it's close, located in the Campania region.
DeleteAs time goes on new things are being invented by clever people of their time/our time and are discovering new things all over the place, how wonderful that is.
ReplyDeleteIndeed, it's wonderful that time doesn't stand still; it brings with it new discoveries and understanding of major past events.
DeleteHistory rewritten! Dna capability is also enabling us to make new discoveries. Betty
ReplyDeleteRigh,t, Betty; the DNA also spills new light on things and helps in many fields: solving crimes, genealogy matters, medical issues etc..
DeleteI missed that article - but am not surprised. The explosion of the volcano would have to have put stresses on the ground. And I am endlessly fascinated by the way that scientists/archaeologists and other specialists can work together and expand their/our understanding.
ReplyDeleteI don't remember the exact title of the article which appeared in a hebrew version of the original in the Times. Following this article I checked with the Internet and was amazed about the work of scientists that constantly come up with new discoveries!!!
DeleteEs cierto que la ciencia avanza y cada vez sabemos más de nuestros antepasados y su forma de vida. Yo estuve allà hace menos de un años y nos mostraron buena parte de lo encontrado en los últimos cinco años, y es sorprendente el estado de conservación de todo, vimos un altar de una cocina, unos murales o frescos que parecÃan recién pintados y algunos esqueletos, entre otras muchas cosas, todo ello recién encontrado. Asà que si pasas de nuevo no lo vas a conocer, y según nos dijo el guÃa, se estima de que todavÃa queda bajo de las cenizas más de un sesenta por ciento.
ReplyDeleteUn fuerte abrazo, y el que me lo recordaras me ha traÃdo bonitos recuerdos, de estas ruinas.
Lo peor del viaje, fue nuestra estancia en Nápoles, con dos intentos de robos uno de objetos y otro del coche con nosotros dentro que nos rompieron hasta un cristal.
Asà que te recomiendo no os hospedéis en esta ciudad.
That's very interesting, Manuel! You were there just a year ago! Thanks for the rich update.
DeleteYes, I'm afraid Naples has a bad reputation . Theft and robberies are often committed, and tourists have to be on the alert.
What an interesting place to visit. So sad to think of all those people going about their lives and then suddenly everything stopped.
ReplyDeleteYes, it makes one think of lives and things suddenly coming to an end because of major natural events (earthquakes, volcano erruptions, fires ,floodings). These things are relevant now even more than before because of Climate Change disasters and phenomenon.
DeleteThanks for the information.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Kathy. I was very thrilled to read about the new interdisciplinary approach which gets to unknown facts and conclusions after so many decades since the happening of the destruction.
DeleteI haven’t seen that area. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWho knows, perhaps you'll get the chance to visit there one day. If not, the internet is full with information and youtube videos of great interest to anyone, even to children.
DeletePompeii and what happened there has always intrigued me, Duta. So glad you actually could visit there.
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
It's easy to understand how you feel. We still get these disasters, though not whole cities get burried in ash, and eruptions can be monitored. But who knows what awaits us with Climate Change on our back? Blessings to you too, Marta!
DeleteI visited Pompeii once.
ReplyDeleteThat's wonderful, Christine! Hopefully, it was a longer and a more successful one than mine. Perhaps you should write your impressions on the visit.
DeleteIt was a sad event in past but glad others today are able to find out what happened all those years ago. Janice
ReplyDeleteThe new findings of the scientists might help us deal with upcoming disasters of earthquakes and volcano eruptions. May God protect us!
DeleteMy late mother in law and father in law visited Italy, and Pompeii, twice, in either the late 80's or early 90's. I remember their photos from the trips back in the day of film cameras. The pictures were incredible, and I know a lot of work has been done on the site since. Yes, the science of archeology has advanced so much in my life time and yours.
ReplyDeleteScience in all fields has greatly advanced. It has impact also on ancient places such as Pompeii. More is discovered, and leads to conclusions regarding our present and future earth and climate phenomenon.
DeleteVery interesting article, Duta. Volcano eruption and earthquake so close together would be quite the something to endure.
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about you after the events of the last few days. I'm not sure what part of Israel you are in, but wanted to know that you have been in my prayers.
Volcano eruptions and earthquakes are always relevant; they happen constantly in various parts of the world.
DeleteThe dangers are all over, but I live in the middle of the country, whereas the war is so far, mainly at the north (Hezbolla) and south (Hamas) borders.
Thanks Dianna for keeping me in your prayers.
Duta, just dropping by to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
DeleteThanks Dianna, from all my heart.
DeleteDuta I went to Pompeii on a school trip - I was one of the chaperones. Years ago. Sometime around 1992. When were you there? Oh the history there was amazing.
ReplyDeleteSo, despite the fact that you had to act as chaperon and 'keep an eye' on others you managed to see things and get impressed by the history!! Kudos to you, Sandie!
DeleteA great post. My parents were there in the 70s. Will see if I can find their photos. Nice to see you at an earlier time in life and I'm happy to know you are well.
ReplyDeleteThanks 'e' for your kind words. I'm glad you got some photos of your parents' visit to Pompeii. Hopefully, you find them and enjoy looking at them.
DeleteI've never been to Pompeii but always liked reading about it. It's an amazing historical event that with all the new technology today and tomorrow, we will learn more about it. It's really wonderful that you got a chance to visit that area. Have a nice week, Duta
ReplyDeleteIndeed, Pompeii is both a fascinating place and read. We'll probably hear some more of it in the upcoming years, in connection to Climate Change.
DeleteInteresting place and interesting history. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteNo doubt about that. For years it has been one of the great attractions of Italy the country, and Naples the region.
DeleteI've never been there to see it in person but the pictures I've seen are quite sad. It's crazy to think it happened so long ago and we can still see so much of it.
ReplyDeleteRight, Mary. It's rather crazy. It all happened in ancient times, and yet it still preoccupies us.
DeleteScientists don't let go of it - new finds, new facts, new conclusions. Visitors contribute their opinions too.
Pompeii is a place I'd love to visit one day. Such a tragic event so long ago, yet humans are still learning about it, and will likely never understand it all. Science is often not conclusive; more research leads to more questions, and often, different answers. A good thing to remember when people get so riled up about being certain of being absolutely correct!
ReplyDeleteCorrect, Lorrie. "Science is often not conclusive". ' more research leads to more questions, and more answers'.
DeleteIt's fascinating how new technology and knowledge enables us to learn more from the past. It must have been wonderful to be able to visit, even in the heat.
ReplyDeleteThe visit included also the Vesuvius volcano, so it was all wonderful.. I suppose that nowadays with the new scientific discoveries things look really fascinating.
DeleteI can't imagine a volcanic eruption. It's amazing that Pompeii was well preserved, isn't it? Another interesting post. Thanks, Duta:)
ReplyDeleteSandra sandracox.blogspot.com
Me neither. Anyway, everything about Pompeii and Vesuvius is fascinating. Thanks for your kind words, Sandra.
DeleteWe were there several years ago and found it fascinating. I've read a few articles since then and you're right they keep finding out more about the people, the time etc.
ReplyDeleteSo you know what I'm talking about, Sandy. The Past never ceases to amaze us, and surprise us.
DeleteI have made it all around Italy but haven't been in Pompeii and Rome !! We never had enough time and wanted to go there another time, and finally we never made it my husband had his family living at the Lake of Garda, and we always had to go first to the family, and now he is gone forever !
ReplyDeleteBut I have seen films, expositions, etc so it was as if I had been there.
You had Italy at home, as they say. Rick was the best model of Italy's fascination: handsome, and a great husband and father! May his soul rest in peace!
DeleteDiscovery and learning never cease, nor do they become tiring.
ReplyDeleteTake good care, DUTA. :)
True and beautiful sentence - "Discovery and learning never cease, nor do they become tiring". Thank you, Lee.
Deletevery interesting article
ReplyDeleteYou mean the article mentioning the new scientific approach to past facts and conclusions. Very interesting, indeed.
DeleteThis is interesting - Interaction between geologists, forensic doctors, historians and architects. Long back I read the book - Last days of Pompeii.
ReplyDeleteThere are also movies on the last days of Pompeii and also TV miniseries. All very interesting! By the way, there were several survivors too.
DeleteWaving hi as I make my blog rounds. Hope all is well with you.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sandy. I'm tense. We're expecting rockets from Iran and Hezbolla. When it starts I'll have to get to the shelter, which is not easy for me. Hoping for the best (USA is with us).
DeleteI've never been to Pompeji, but I have always been fascinated by its history. Volcanoes still fascinate me, especially now that I live on the American West Coast where the last big eruption was in 1980 (Mount St. Helens), and of course Kilauea on the Big Island, Hawai'i. Nature is amazing, beautiful and deadly at the same time.
ReplyDeleteVery true sentence, Carola, 'Nature is both beautiful and deadly' !
DeleteI'm fascinated by volcanoes too, but luckily I don't live in their proximity.
Pompeii is such a fascinating place, and it’s incredible how its preservation gives us a unique glimpse into ancient Roman life. The combination of volcanic eruption and the earthquake you mentioned must have been devastating, and it’s intriguing how new discoveries and interdisciplinary approaches continue to shed light on these ancient events.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your experience and insights! I just posted a new blog post at www.melodyjacob.com. I invite you to read and let me know what you think about it. Thank you!
I greatly appreciate your comment, Melody. I'm going now to have a look at your new blogpost. Thanks for the invitation.
DeleteHi Duta - just thinking of you today and wanted to make sure you are doing ok. I know you are not right where things are happening, but I do worry about you and am praying you stay safe.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mari. We are feeling tense here; awaiting rocket attackcks from Iran and Hezbolla. Your country, our best friend, will help us survive.
DeleteHello Duta. I've had you on my mind a lot the last few weeks with all of the turmoil and I have been praying for you. May God grant you safety.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dianna for your prayers regarding my safety. They're very welcome. We're having freightful times.
Delete