Natural wonder · Italy
Mount Vesuvius
Active stratovolcano in the Gulf of Naples, Italy
About Mount Vesuvius
Mount Vesuvius is a somma–stratovolcano located on the Gulf of Naples in Campania, Italy, about 9 km (5.6 mi) east of Naples and a short distance from the shore. It is one of several volcanoes forming the Campanian volcanic arc. Vesuvius consists of a large cone partially encircled by the steep rim of a summit caldera, resulting from the collapse of an earlier, much higher structure. The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD destroyed the Roman cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis, Stabiae and other settlements.
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Questions about Mount Vesuvius
Where is Mount Vesuvius?
Mount Vesuvius is in Italy. The nearest city is Naples, about 14 km away.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Mount Vesuvius?
Yes. The 3-day Naples plan is about 15 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Mount Vesuvius?
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