Italy, Pompeii Amphitheatre

The video explores the history of Pompeii, a city in Italy's Campania region, which was buried under volcanic ash during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Founded by the Osci or Oscans, it became a Roman colony in 80 BC. Rediscovered in the 16th and 18th centuries, Pompeii's artifacts offer insights into Roman life. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a major tourist attraction. The video also highlights Pompeii's amphitheater, the oldest surviving Roman amphitheater built of stone, and its influence on modern stadium design.

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