Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius is a stratovolcano located near Naples, Italy. It is famous for its catastrophic eruption in 79 AD, which buried the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum under ash and pumice, preserving them for centuries. Vesuvius is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and is closely monitored for potential eruptions. Its last major eruption occurred in 1944. The volcano is part of the Campanian volcanic arc and poses a significant risk to the densely populated areas around it, making ongoing scientific study and emergency preparedness essential.