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| A street in Pompeii |
Before I visited Pompeii I imagined it to be merely a collection of ruined buildings. And of course in a way , it was. Initially, whilst picking up my tourist staples of the terracotta vase for Mum and the cast of the Three Graces for my sister , it was a strain to imagine that in AD 79 the streets and houses there were full of people, and of life.
What I didn't expect is the lasting impact this visit would have upon me . Soaking up the unique atmosphere of the place I sensed a real connection between my own existence and that of the ancient Roman world - it is for this reason that the place engrained me with such a powerful and unforgettable memory .
This is a lovely video I found on youtube of Pompeii- showing some of the famous highlights such as the monuments Macellum, the Temple of Apollo, the Forum Baths and the House of the Faun.
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