3Pompeii is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site

In 1997, Pompeii was given the status of a World Heritage Site. It is an incredibly important place in that it provides a complete example of Roman life, architecture, community, and history. So much has been learned from the excavations at Pompeii, in terms of history, science,e and sociology.
It is an absolute must-visit if you are in Italy, and a Pompeii tour from Rome is the perfect way to do just that.