Enslaved craftsmen worked on this marble decor. Pity poor Celur, a slave who'd earned his freedom just prior to the eruption!
Enslaved craftsmen worked on this marble decor. Pity poor Celur, a slave who'd earned his freedom just prior to the eruption!
0 2023/12/13 04:36:33
The Hall of the Sacelli Augustals. In this mural, we see Hercules in Olympus with Juno and Minerva. Freedmen had once adorned this building, while maintaining their cult of worshipping the Emperor Augustus as a God. As elsewhere, today lava foam scars and cracks are present throughout.
The Hall of the Sacelli Augustals. In this mural, we see Hercules in Olympus with Juno and Minerva. Freedmen had once adorned this building, while maintaining their cult of worshipping the Emperor Augustus as a God. As elsewhere, today lava foam scars and cracks are present throughout.
0 2023/12/13 04:42:35
Same building: mighty Hercules battles the Etruscan god Acheleus.
Same building: mighty Hercules battles the Etruscan god Acheleus.
0 2023/12/13 04:47:43
White stone figures of both sexes were found near fountains.
White stone figures of both sexes were found near fountains.
0 2023/12/13 04:48:58
We deliberately went first to the most outlying parts of the excavation. There, a peaceful atmosphere awaited.
We deliberately went first to the most outlying parts of the excavation. There, a peaceful atmosphere awaited.
0 2023/12/13 04:49:50
Warped floors spoke of the incredible power unleashed during the cataclysm---Mother Nature always bats last.
Warped floors spoke of the incredible power unleashed during the cataclysm---Mother Nature always bats last.
0 2023/12/13 04:54:02
House of the Cevi (deer).
House of the Cevi (deer).
0 2023/12/13 04:55:17
Hercules having a piss after getting stinking drunk while hunting boar.
Hercules having a piss after getting stinking drunk while hunting boar.
0 2023/12/13 04:55:52
The Terrace of M. Nonius Balbus has statuary of that high-profile political leader. He died years before the eruption. He'd been Octavian's buddy and also praetor of Crete. Just below that terrace are the Fornici or Barrel Arched Boathouses, the 4 rooms containing the 340 skeletons of those victims who'd once sought beach-side refuge, unawares that volcanic threats would be ongoing (see above skeletons). Their poignant remains were discovered in 1980. Were they the rich 1% or were they slaves?
The Terrace of M. Nonius Balbus has statuary of that high-profile political leader. He died years before the eruption. He'd been Octavian's buddy and also praetor of Crete. Just below that terrace are the Fornici or Barrel Arched Boathouses, the 4 rooms containing the 340 skeletons of those victims who'd once sought beach-side refuge, unawares that volcanic threats would be ongoing (see above skeletons). Their poignant remains were discovered in 1980. Were they the rich 1% or were they slaves?
0 2023/12/13 04:57:21
Folks interested in ancient Roman history could seek out the extremely rare eyewitness account of the eruption as once told by a survivor. He was apparently a local who later went on to serve in the Roman infantry and died in battle over in Britain.
Folks interested in ancient Roman history could seek out the extremely rare eyewitness account of the eruption as once told by a survivor. He was apparently a local who later went on to serve in the Roman infantry and died in battle over in Britain.
0 2023/12/13 05:03:43
Archaeologists were using that tall ladder featured in the top right corner above (below tree). They utilized it to remove loads of rubble up to waiting vehicles. Note that the modern city of Ercolano still covers the majority of the Herculaneum site. Modern tech will no doubt aid our understanding of just what exactly is still waiting to be excavated.
Archaeologists were using that tall ladder featured in the top right corner above (below tree). They utilized it to remove loads of rubble up to waiting vehicles. Note that the modern city of Ercolano still covers the majority of the Herculaneum site. Modern tech will no doubt aid our understanding of just what exactly is still waiting to be excavated.
0 2023/12/13 05:05:07
Vesuvius looms in the background... Exotic tree species are found throughout the site nowadays, in a successful effort to re-create the authentic setting and atmosphere.
Vesuvius looms in the background... Exotic tree species are found throughout the site nowadays, in a successful effort to re-create the authentic setting and atmosphere.
0 2023/12/13 05:07:47
I'm confident in stating that this fellow had his fill at such eateries.
I'm confident in stating that this fellow had his fill at such eateries.
0 2023/12/13 05:13:56
The Antiquarium of Herculaneum is framed by the room with a white marble table. A few such tables can be found throughout the site. Numerous Herculaneum relics are considered to be better-preserved than most found in Pompeii. There wooden bed frames, window frames, room dividers, two-story taverns and more. *Next: Ravello
The Antiquarium of Herculaneum is framed by the room with a white marble table. A few such tables can be found throughout the site. Numerous Herculaneum relics are considered to be better-preserved than most found in Pompeii. There wooden bed frames, window frames, room dividers, two-story taverns and more. *Next: Ravello
0 2023/12/13 05:14:56
Great hiking trails, gardens and views---that's Ravello.
Great hiking trails, gardens and views---that's Ravello.
0 2023/12/13 05:36:11
Ah those sunrises. The view looking down onto Ravello from Scala.
Ah those sunrises. The view looking down onto Ravello from Scala.
0 2023/12/13 05:36:30
So mystical, so ethereal so special.
So mystical, so ethereal so special.
0 2023/12/13 05:36:47
'Only a magic that a name would stain'. (P. Gabriel)
'Only a magic that a name would stain'. (P. Gabriel)
0 2023/12/13 05:37:04
Vistas in all directions. Here, looking down onto Minori.
Vistas in all directions. Here, looking down onto Minori.
0 2023/12/13 05:38:42
Sitting on the church steps. Locals or visitors?
Sitting on the church steps. Locals or visitors?
0 2023/12/13 05:41:37
Local kids play. The panorama from their playground was astonishing, a painter's dream.
Local kids play. The panorama from their playground was astonishing, a painter's dream.
0 2023/12/13 05:41:48
Ravello has a certain upscale vibe throughout. You won't find any Dollarama stores there.
Ravello has a certain upscale vibe throughout. You won't find any Dollarama stores there.
0 2023/12/13 05:42:05
Local lizard.
Local lizard.
0 2023/12/13 05:44:14
This place was across from Villa Maria. Those who've seen Canuck chef David Rocco and his wife in the TV series episode where they take their kids to vacation along the coast, will know that this villa was owned/operated by his older restauranteur friend.
This place was across from Villa Maria. Those who've seen Canuck chef David Rocco and his wife in the TV series episode where they take their kids to vacation along the coast, will know that this villa was owned/operated by his older restauranteur friend.
0 2023/12/13 05:44:51
Pretty sure that this man was the mayor. Note how he speaks using his hands.
Pretty sure that this man was the mayor. Note how he speaks using his hands.
0 2023/12/13 05:45:02
Ravello got style.
Ravello got style.
0 2023/12/13 05:53:52
A historic floor tile at the renown Villa Cimbrone.
A historic floor tile at the renown Villa Cimbrone.
0 2023/12/13 05:54:19
In their garden, I accessed a remote outdoors workers area that seemed to be abandoned. There, staff had amassed a pile of trash that was due to be tossed out. There were old wooden doors, busted pipes and more. I removed this hand-painted little piece from that garbage collection, to take home for our own jardin. *End of part one Ravello. Part two to follow.
In their garden, I accessed a remote outdoors workers area that seemed to be abandoned. There, staff had amassed a pile of trash that was due to be tossed out. There were old wooden doors, busted pipes and more. I removed this hand-painted little piece from that garbage collection, to take home for our own jardin. *End of part one Ravello. Part two to follow.
0 2023/12/13 05:54:33
Ravello got more style.
Ravello got more style.
0 2023/12/13 05:59:59
Lofty Ravello views continued. Here, the top north end (Lacco), which is over 1000' above the sea. I think that is maybe S. Giovanni del Toro church?
Lofty Ravello views continued. Here, the top north end (Lacco), which is over 1000' above the sea. I think that is maybe S. Giovanni del Toro church?
0 2023/12/13 08:16:51
S. Maria a Gradillo...I think.
S. Maria a Gradillo...I think.
0 2023/12/13 08:17:13
Monastario di S. Chiara with the Duomo behind. Buses 5120 and also 5010 will get you up to Ravello after a 30 minute ride. The transfer point below is called 'Bivio'. Double-check schedules.
Monastario di S. Chiara with the Duomo behind. Buses 5120 and also 5010 will get you up to Ravello after a 30 minute ride. The transfer point below is called 'Bivio'. Double-check schedules.
0 2023/12/13 08:17:27
An angel come to earth. The Tilley hat rep for Italy. Friendly gal. Let me sleep with her.
An angel come to earth. The Tilley hat rep for Italy. Friendly gal. Let me sleep with her.
0 2023/12/13 08:17:48
Villa Rufolo is the setting of a summer classical/opera festival. Travelers can almost have the place to themselves if they arrive as we did, right for opening time. Tropical terraced gardens cascade down the steep property, with pergolas framing fine views of the precipitous coastline. Fountains, towers, belvederes and romantic nooks round out the scene. Off-season, one needs to be prepared for a pared-down appearance, devoid of many floral beds. But the incredible panoramas are year-round.
Villa Rufolo is the setting of a summer classical/opera festival. Travelers can almost have the place to themselves if they arrive as we did, right for opening time. Tropical terraced gardens cascade down the steep property, with pergolas framing fine views of the precipitous coastline. Fountains, towers, belvederes and romantic nooks round out the scene. Off-season, one needs to be prepared for a pared-down appearance, devoid of many floral beds. But the incredible panoramas are year-round.
0 2023/12/13 08:18:09
That 13C campanile tower and the Duomo denote the entry to the first of Ravello's two famed gardens: Villa Rufolo.
That 13C campanile tower and the Duomo denote the entry to the first of Ravello's two famed gardens: Villa Rufolo.
0 2023/12/13 08:18:43
Seen on the far right is the furthest point on the ridge. Located at that southerly spot is Ravello's second garden, the equally-famed Villa Cimbrone. Mamma Agata's Cooking Class is located nearby. Ravello's seaside section 'Marmorata' is just below.
Seen on the far right is the furthest point on the ridge. Located at that southerly spot is Ravello's second garden, the equally-famed Villa Cimbrone. Mamma Agata's Cooking Class is located nearby. Ravello's seaside section 'Marmorata' is just below.
0 2023/12/13 08:19:04
Vista after vista...
Vista after vista...
0 2023/12/13 08:19:26
With its 6 hectares of historic parkland, Villa Cimbrone represents a deliberate attempt to marry Italian gardening styles with English ones. Its lush gardens encompass cloisters, columns, crypts, an open-vaulted and terraced tea-room, 'avenues' of hortensia and glicine (wisteria), pavilions, rich rose beds, exotica and more. In summer, the various floral scents must be special.
With its 6 hectares of historic parkland, Villa Cimbrone represents a deliberate attempt to marry Italian gardening styles with English ones. Its lush gardens encompass cloisters, columns, crypts, an open-vaulted and terraced tea-room, 'avenues' of hortensia and glicine (wisteria), pavilions, rich rose beds, exotica and more. In summer, the various floral scents must be special.
0 2023/12/13 08:19:37
The statuary in the hotel/restaurant's lawn includes stone (Leda with her swan) plus bronze. Here is Flora, the goddess of flowers and also spring. Signs remind visitors that all orchids found onsite, wild or otherwise, are protected by law and that picking any is forbidden.
The statuary in the hotel/restaurant's lawn includes stone (Leda with her swan) plus bronze. Here is Flora, the goddess of flowers and also spring. Signs remind visitors that all orchids found onsite, wild or otherwise, are protected by law and that picking any is forbidden.
0 2023/12/13 08:19:50
The locale of 'Mercury's seat' (Hermes rest) is a peaceful, remote corner well-worth seeking out. Not for nothing is a bench placed there under a shady oak. But one mom with her 20ish daughter apparently didn't get the memo. Mom invaded that spot with all the volume in the universe, LOUDLY reading text about the statue from a guidebook. Daughter was clearly embarrassed, there near Eva's Grotto and the Temple of Bacchus. Mrs Z made eyes at me then like, "Do you believe this woman's attitude?"
The locale of 'Mercury's seat' (Hermes rest) is a peaceful, remote corner well-worth seeking out. Not for nothing is a bench placed there under a shady oak. But one mom with her 20ish daughter apparently didn't get the memo. Mom invaded that spot with all the volume in the universe, LOUDLY reading text about the statue from a guidebook. Daughter was clearly embarrassed, there near Eva's Grotto and the Temple of Bacchus. Mrs Z made eyes at me then like, "Do you believe this woman's attitude?"
0 2023/12/13 08:20:05
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