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As a result of the eruption that buried Pompeii and Herculaneum nearby, this large Roman villa remained hidden for centuries.
The ancient Roman town of Stabiae was a small settlement on the coast near Pompeii, now occupied by the current city of Castellammare di Stabia. The settlement was originally a fortified burg, but later became a holiday destination with numerous rustic and luxurious villas. Following an earthquake in 62, Stabiae was buried along with Pompeii, Herculaneum, and many other nearby towns in the volcanic ash released by Mount Vesuvius in 79.
