The true life of the inhabitants of Pompeii can be reconstructed thanks to the many graffiti on the walls. That’s one of the oldest caricature of an ancient roman engraving: Rufus est (this is Rufus). BOOK A TOUR WITH US to discover the secrets of Pompeii!
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The Pizza a Portafoglio Made in Naples!
The “Pizza a Portafoglio” It’s a special pizza that can be folded on itself and looks like a billfold. In this way it is possible to eat it on the street, even standing or walking, using only one hand and without the risk to getting dirty! BOOK A TOUR WITH US!
Emiliano’s Special Guest!
In these days Emiliano has had a special guest: the archaeologist Professor Robert H. Tykot (University of South Florida). Here they are together in the “House of relief of Telephus” in Herculaneum! BOOK A TOUR WITH AN ARCHAEOLOGIST!!!
Music at Pompeii
Forty-five years after the legendary “Live At Pompeii”, David Gilmour returns to play in the amphitheater of the ruins. At the same time, from July in the amphitheater of Pompeii, an exhibition will be open to the public to celebrate the concert of 1971 of the English band. BOOK A TOUR WITH US!
The Cumaean Sibyl
Only one month ago the “Antro della Sibilla” (the Sybil Cave) of the Greek Colony of Cuma in the Burning Fields reopened. Who was the Sibyl? The Cumaean Sibyl was the priestess presiding over the oracle of Apollo in the city. The word Sibyl comes from the ancient Greek word sibylla, meaning prophetess. There were manyContinue reading “The Cumaean Sibyl”
Perspective Vanishing Point in Pompeii
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Pompeian Diet
Ancient Good Mediterranean Tradition: olive oil and bread. BOOK A TOUR WITH AN ARCHAEOLOGIST!
Pompeiin…Tour: The Mt. Vesuvius’ Crater
Last excursion of our guests on the top of Mt. Vesuvius. Enjoy of the landscapes with our guides! BOOK A TOUR WITH US
The Roses of Paestum
Fields of wonderful fragrant roses adorned the city of Paestum about two thousand years ago. The crops were used to obtain ointments and perfumes: in the northwest corner of the Pestum roman square, it is still possible to identify the remains of an ancient perfumery. The rose flower is the symbol of spring and owesContinue reading “The Roses of Paestum”
Emiliano on Channel4 !
“Travel Man” is a series with the British comedians Richard Ayoade and Jack Dee that shows to people how to have the most efficient holiday possible! Richard and Jack met Emiliano in Herculaneum !! Book a tour with an archaeologist!
Pompeii and Herculaneum tours with an archaeologist 