CITIES DESTROYED BY NATURAL DESASTER BC PART 1

Pompeii (Italy) - Destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Pompeii is a city located in southern Italy near the Bay of Naples. The city was established in the 7th century BC and became an important hub for trade and commerce in the region. However, in 79 AD, the city was completely destroyed by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius, one of the most devastating natural disasters in human history. The eruption buried the city under layers of ash and pumice, preserving it for centuries until its rediscovery in the 18th century. Today, Pompeii is one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its ruins provide valuable insights into life in ancient Rome, including the daily routines, social structures, and artistic achievements of its inhabitants. Helike (Greece) - Destroyed by an earthquake and tsunami in 373 BC. Helike was a prominent ancient Greek city located in Achaea, on the northern coast of the Peloponnese. The city was known for its w