Lecture on Italy and the Mafia at the Cesare Augusto Hotel

Adventures in Italy: Day 15 Pompeii, Sorrento

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April 12th 2017
Italy, Day 15, Tuesday, October 18, Pompeii and Sorrento We drove through numerous long tunnels via the A3 from Sorrento to Naples en route to Pompeii, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. The distinction of the spelling of Pompei versus Pompeii is that the first refers to the modern city, the second, the ancient ruins. Sitting under the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii ironica ... read more

Europe » France

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more