Before Vesuvius stone's throw from the small town of Naples.We need to overcome is just 9 km away, to find himself at its foot.At first glance it is difficult to imagine that he is the only one operating in Europe.
history of Mount Vesuvius
devastation that followed the eruption in its 1.n.e., proved to be extremely.As a result of increased volcanic activity in 79 AD the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum were destroyed.Stones, ash and molten lava - all this has brought death to inhabitants of beautiful Italian cities.It is believed that the disaster caused by a natural phenomenon, died about 16 thousand people.To have survived eyewitness of this terrible event, recorded in two letters of Pliny the Younger, announces the horror historian Tacitus.
What are the characteristics of the volcano Mount Vesuvius today?
Currently Vesuvius is estimated by experts as a very dangerous volcano as dangerously close to his home to nearly 3 million. People.Try to find the volcano Mount Vesuvius on the map.Notice one very important detail?The territory adjacent to it, is by far the most densely populated volcanic region in the world.In 1944, the local population was very excited to be in the crater of the volcano raised huge clouds of ash, which were the cause of landslides in the crater.
Now scientists warn that Vesuvius is becoming more dangerous.Seismic studies indicate that at a depth of 10 km under this layer is a mountain with unusual properties.Researchers believe that the most likely at this level exited active magma.In this regard, people should be prepared for a possible emergency evacuation when a sudden eruption.
Getting to Mount Vesuvius?Excursions
Today tourists can visit Vesuvius and to see the neighborhood surrounding the volcano, and even be in the vicinity of its crater.To pass through the territory of the national park, you need to get to Naples.Next is to have patience, because in this city usually have to spend a lot of time in traffic jams.
most focused and patient, of course, have the chance to visit the famous park, and most importantly - the volcano Vesuvius, a photo which will subsequently be a worthy addition to your photo album.Access to the fee - a ticket costs € 8.
way up to the crater of the volcano is a dusty streamers.If you look back, you can have a good look at the bottom of Naples and the Gulf of Naples.Uphill is quite complicated, so for tourists in some places, benches, where you can relax.The road along the sales points you can buy souvenirs of a visit to Vesuvius.
After a difficult path before the eyes of tourists presents an unforgettable show - the mouth of the great volcano.When directly on the inner crater elephants tourists notice the green plants, they cover a very strong emotion.It is surprising that life develops in such hazardous areas by a short lull in the development of a powerful geological process!
