'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
So mystical, so ethereal so special.
So mystical, so ethereal so special.
0 2023/12/13 05:36:47
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
House of the Cevi (deer).
House of the Cevi (deer).
0 2023/12/13 04:55:17
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
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
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
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
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
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
This Herculaneum fast food joint reminded me that Pompeii has recently uncovered some more exceptional remains of eateries just like this. Each vat would've contained a different food: stews, seafood, garum, wine, grains and more.
This Herculaneum fast food joint reminded me that Pompeii has recently uncovered some more exceptional remains of eateries just like this. Each vat would've contained a different food: stews, seafood, garum, wine, grains and more.
0 2023/12/13 04:34:25
It was not crowded during morning hours at Herculaneum. Nonetheless, posted signs asked (afternoon?) visitors to 'please wait their turns to be called inside--we have too many visitors here just right now.' School groups made up the majority of visitors. Graffiti from the ages was seen on some interior walls. Who does that? Btw, seniors may ask for an 'anziana' discount here, as elsewhere.
It was not crowded during morning hours at Herculaneum. Nonetheless, posted signs asked (afternoon?) visitors to 'please wait their turns to be called inside--we have too many visitors here just right now.' School groups made up the majority of visitors. Graffiti from the ages was seen on some interior walls. Who does that? Btw, seniors may ask for an 'anziana' discount here, as elsewhere.
0 2023/12/13 04:32:32
I'm a History major who has worked on one archaeological dig. Here on the right, brave Achilles renders aid to Telephus, the injured son of Hercules. Achilles does so by scraping magic rust off his own spearhead, to apply to the gut wound. The scene on the left shows fair Achilles consulting with the Delphic Oracle in Greece.
I'm a History major who has worked on one archaeological dig. Here on the right, brave Achilles renders aid to Telephus, the injured son of Hercules. Achilles does so by scraping magic rust off his own spearhead, to apply to the gut wound. The scene on the left shows fair Achilles consulting with the Delphic Oracle in Greece.
0 2023/12/13 04:24:10
Roman theatre mask decor replica. Some of the best relics are in the Naples Archaeology Museum, an absolute must-visit. It seems that 18C Bourbon diggers made off with a lot of items.
Roman theatre mask decor replica. Some of the best relics are in the Naples Archaeology Museum, an absolute must-visit. It seems that 18C Bourbon diggers made off with a lot of items.
0 2023/12/13 04:22:52
The House of Neptune & Amphitrite.
The House of Neptune & Amphitrite.
0 2023/12/13 04:04:50
Herculaneum worker cleans paths during morning opening hour. He would inform us that the large Villa Papiri is still closed for renos. Sigh...
Herculaneum worker cleans paths during morning opening hour. He would inform us that the large Villa Papiri is still closed for renos. Sigh...
0 2023/12/13 04:04:26
At the House of Argus: Paola Potenza from the Ministry of Culture had heard about my WC mishap (getting stuck inside then having to climb out through the window). "Bienvenuti Senor Zebec, are you OK? We understand that you exited that WC through the window into a group of arriving students. You must be so 'stanco' now, no? My associate here has kindly offered to lead you around by the arm if necessary. Mkay?"
At the House of Argus: Paola Potenza from the Ministry of Culture had heard about my WC mishap (getting stuck inside then having to climb out through the window). "Bienvenuti Senor Zebec, are you OK? We understand that you exited that WC through the window into a group of arriving students. You must be so 'stanco' now, no? My associate here has kindly offered to lead you around by the arm if necessary. Mkay?"
0 2023/12/13 04:04:04
This Herculaneum tour guide explains about the ongoing excavations to a visiting high school group. She also explained how Herculaneum was a ritzy seaside resort destination--think Carmel. Archaeology buffs may also want to visit the Oplontis villa in nearby Torre Anunziata--the wall paintings there are fantastic.
This Herculaneum tour guide explains about the ongoing excavations to a visiting high school group. She also explained how Herculaneum was a ritzy seaside resort destination--think Carmel. Archaeology buffs may also want to visit the Oplontis villa in nearby Torre Anunziata--the wall paintings there are fantastic.
0 2023/12/13 04:03:41
Did you know that Vesuvius is actually dwarfed by a much larger 'super-volcano'? It apparently is underneath the city plus the gulf, including some of the isles like Ischia. That is the real scare for local volcanologists. Btw, Herculaneum suffered a quake in 62ADS then the infamous eruption 17 years later. A cursed town.
Did you know that Vesuvius is actually dwarfed by a much larger 'super-volcano'? It apparently is underneath the city plus the gulf, including some of the isles like Ischia. That is the real scare for local volcanologists. Btw, Herculaneum suffered a quake in 62ADS then the infamous eruption 17 years later. A cursed town.
0 2023/12/13 04:03:19
En route to Herculaneum, we traversed the inland parts of greater Naples. Later, I'll post a description of our (mis)adventure staying with an upper class Napoli family during Xmas '90.
En route to Herculaneum, we traversed the inland parts of greater Naples. Later, I'll post a description of our (mis)adventure staying with an upper class Napoli family during Xmas '90.
0 2023/12/13 04:03:04
It hits that sweet spot well, and for us ranks as an essential visit, right up there with Ravello.
It hits that sweet spot well, and for us ranks as an essential visit, right up there with Ravello.
0 2023/12/13 03:07:38
Cetara is a typical town, one yet to be overrun by commercial tourism.
Cetara is a typical town, one yet to be overrun by commercial tourism.
0 2023/12/13 03:07:23
Gennaro did something while we dined, that demonstrated his noble character. An African tweener refugee had come to hawk flowers table to table. Far from being irritated, Gennaro instead patiently mentored her on the best places in town where one might try to sell flowers. A classy guy.
Gennaro did something while we dined, that demonstrated his noble character. An African tweener refugee had come to hawk flowers table to table. Far from being irritated, Gennaro instead patiently mentored her on the best places in town where one might try to sell flowers. A classy guy.
0 2023/12/13 03:05:02
Ay raggazzi!
Ay raggazzi!
0 2023/12/13 03:04:14
The golden hour in Cetara.
The golden hour in Cetara.
0 2023/12/13 03:03:59
Some were young Turks.
Some were young Turks.
0 2023/12/13 03:03:36
It makes for a fantastic daytrip or even a base.
It makes for a fantastic daytrip or even a base.
0 2023/12/13 03:03:04
Or instead coming from the opposite side, from larger Salerno (the train hub for the area and gateway to Paestum). We saw what appeared to be the very first cruises leaving port with tourists.
Or instead coming from the opposite side, from larger Salerno (the train hub for the area and gateway to Paestum). We saw what appeared to be the very first cruises leaving port with tourists.
0 2023/12/13 03:02:49
Beachcombers will enjoy walking here.
Beachcombers will enjoy walking here.
0 2023/12/13 03:02:34
One can arrive at Cetara either from say, Minori or Amalfi.
One can arrive at Cetara either from say, Minori or Amalfi.
0 2023/12/13 03:02:18
also photographers.
also photographers.
0 2023/12/13 03:01:59
It offers much to painters and
It offers much to painters and
0 2023/12/13 03:01:47
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