Buried Secrets: The Forbidden Archaeological Finds of Pompeii

Walking among the Pompeii ruins is almost impossible without feeling a sense of sadness. This is a city that has been preserved in its past and held in place by the hardened ash layer that was swept on top of it after the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. It is hard to ignore the somberness of this place, but a new discovery has made it more poignant. Archaeologists discovered a room within the ruin that tells a touching and dark story.

Civita Giuliana – The Most Critical Finding

The archaeologists were excavating Civita Giuliana. This was a residential area located less than half a kilometer from the borders of Pompeii. The discovery of some amazing finds was made by the archaeologists’ predecessors, who began their work here more than 100 years ago.

Perhaps the most critical finding was the large villa located in the area that provided incredible insight into the Roman era.

15 Rooms Villa

Archaeologists began excavating this villa in 1907 and discovered 15 rooms within. The rooms were then divided into two categories: living quarters and farming.

The latter would have been used for general purposes, while the former was for work. This reveal would have meant that people were making wine or vegetable oils.

Criminal Activity

Civita Giuliana, a stunning historical site, holds valuable information about the way of life in ancient Rome. Unfortunately, the area has suffered immense damage due to looting, with thieves using tunnels to steal precious artifacts. This has resulted in archaeologists putting Civita Giuliana as a top priority in their excavation list. They aim to preserve as much of its history as possible before it’s lost forever.

The looting has also impacted our understanding of the past, as essential pieces of history have been removed from the site. Furthermore, this criminal activity not only robs us of our heritage but also deprives future generations of the opportunity to learn about the past.

Amazing Discoveries

Although it is not ideal for archaeologists to be forced to work at Civita Giuliana this way, the results are undeniably impressive. There have been many amazing discoveries made there over the years.

But none of them are as remarkable as the one that was announced in November 2021. This room is unique because it tells a sad story that historians often overlook; but is now about to be revealed.