Pompeii Archaeological Park Audio Guide

Explore Pompeii Archaeological Park with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.

Pompeii Archaeological Park

About the Tour

Pompeii is an ancient Roman city located near modern Naples, Italy. It was famously buried under volcanic ash and pumice from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, preserving its structures and artifacts.

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Pompeii Antiquarium

The site's primary museum, housing a vast collection of artifacts and the world-famous plaster casts of Vesuvius's victims.

Antiquarium in Pompeii

Antiquarium in Pompeii

This building serves as the central hub for the most poignant discoveries made within the ruins, housing a collection that bridges the gap between ancient history and human experience.

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The Golden Bracelet

The Golden Bracelet

Recovered from the arm of a victim fleeing the eruption, this heavy jewelry features protective symbols that offer a heartbreaking contrast to the final moments of its ancient owner.

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The Basilica

The most important public building in Pompeii, serving as both a center for legal proceedings and commercial transactions.

Basilica

Basilica

As the city's legal and commercial heart, this massive structure was one of the oldest and most vital public spaces, where judges heard cases and merchants finalized their deals.

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Temple of Apollo

One of the city's oldest and most significant religious sites, blending Greek and Roman architectural styles.

Temple of Apollo

Temple of Apollo

This ancient sanctuary dedicated to the god of light offers a striking visual contrast between the motionless bronze figures and the looming volcanic peak that would eventually bury them.

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Mensa Ponderaria

The official weights and measures table of the city, used to verify quantities in the nearby markets.

Public Weights and Measures

Public Weights and Measures

This specialized limestone bench served as the city's official honesty check, where merchants and shoppers could verify the accuracy of their measurements using standardized stone cavities.

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