Archaeologists in Pompeii Discover Private Spa Where Dozens of Guests Bathed in Luxury 2,000 Years Ago
A lavish thermal bath complex has been unearthed in Pompeii, the ancient city that was frozen in time following Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 C.E. Archaeologists say it may be one of the largest discoveries of its kind.
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Ancient Pompeii excavation uncovers lavish private bath complex
Archaeologists have unearthed a lavish private bath complex in Pompeii, highlighting the wealth and grandeur of the ancient Roman city before it was destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, the site said on Friday.
Pompeii excavation finds large private thermal complex built 2,000 years ago
"We have here perhaps the largest thermal complex in a private house in Pompeii," said Gabriel Zuchtriegel, director of the Pompeii archaeological park.
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Pompeii reveals 'impressive' bath complex
Archaeologists at Pompeii have uncovered a private thermal baths complex where guests would take the plunge before sitting down to sumptuous feasts, the Italian site said Friday.
Lavish ancient private baths unearthed in Italy’s Pompeii
Pompeii, the ancient Roman city buried by ash and lava in 70 AD, has unearthed a new treasure, private bathhouses built 2,000 years ago.
Unearthing Luxury: Pompeii's Lavish Bath Complex Revealed
Recent excavations in Pompeii have uncovered a luxurious private bath complex, offering insights into the societal splendor before the city's destruction by Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. The complex featured opulent amenities and frescoes inspired by Greek culture,
Archaeologists uncover 2,000-year-old bathhouse in Pompeii excavation
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