San Michele Arcangelo Hypogeum
The old church, buried by the 1784 Mount Vesuvius eruption, is a remarkably well-preserved place where people now pray for the souls of the dead.

šŸ“œ Old church, buried by the 1784 Mount Vesuvius eruption, remarkably well-preserved.
šŸ” Used as an underground tomb (hypogeum) where people pray for the souls of the dead.

Why Go

šŸ’€ View coffins, bones, and ex-voto in an ancient tomb
šŸŽØ See frescoes by Francesco De Matteis from 1714
ā›Ŗ Explore a unique historical site preserved by volcanic ash

Why Avoid

šŸ—“ļø Limited opening hours

Tips

šŸ“² Check the Vesuvian Archaeological Group's Facebook page for the event schedule.

šŸ“ Location

53 Via Diego Colamarino, Torre del Greco, 80059 Italy

Last updated 28 days ago

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