Archaeologists Unearthed A Shrine In Pompeii With Rare Blue Paint On The Walls
At Pompeii, numerous artifacts and structures have been found, offering an intriguing glimpse of another time. After the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 C.E., the ancient Roman city was buried by volcanic rock and ash,
Pompeii excavation reveals "blue room" after nearly 2000 years
A rare discovery, believed to have been a shrine, is unearthed in Pompei after nearly 2000 years. NBC News’ Kelly Cobeilla takes us inside to look at the ornate decorations, paintings and artifacts that have been untouched for centuries.
Pompeii excavation unveils rare 'blue room' believed to be an ancient shrine
An ornate "blue room," distinguished by depictions of female figures on the cerulean-painted walls, was newly excavated by archeologists, according to a press release from the Archaeological Parks of Pompeii earlier this month.
See the Stunning Shrine With Rare Blue-Painted Walls Unearthed at Pompeii
For hundreds of years, Pompeii remained buried under its volcanic blanket. It was rediscovered in the late 16th century, and researchers have been fascinated with the site ever since. It’s been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997 and continues to welcome archaeologists and travelers from around the world.
Rare and 'expensive' blue shrine unearthed in Pompeii after almost 2,000 years
Buried and unseen for centuries, a sacred room has been unearthed at Pompeii with painted blue walls, a rare and expensive color in the Roman city.
Archeologists uncover rare, expensive blue shrine in Pompeii
The biggest archaeological dig in years in the ancient Italian city of Pompeii is turning up clues about how people lived before the city was buried in volcanic rock. A newly discovered banquet hall,
Pompeii Excavation Unearths Vibrant Shrine with Sacred Artifacts
Excavations at Pompeii reveal a ‘Blue Room’, a sacrarium filled with ancient frescoes and artifacts, offering a glimpse into the daily lives and cultural practices of its ancient inhabitants. This discovery continues to enrich our understanding of Pompeii’s ongoing legacy.
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In Pompeii, Children Drew Scenes Of Gladiators Fighting To The Death
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