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It’s a bitter-sweet
relationship between
Mount Vesuvius and
the Neapolitans.
Possibly the city’s
biggest icon, Mount
Vesuvius is the
volcano responsible
for Naples’
landscape, fertile
agricultural land
and beauty, but
equally for much
destruction over the
centuries with its
explosive
eruptions. The last
eruption was in
1944. Vesuvius in
monitored by
scientists on a
daily basis to make
sure that the
mountain continues
to sleep.
You can climb Mt,
Vesuvius
(approximately 45
minutes), and walk
around the crater at
3,900 feet (1,200
meters). From the
summit you'll have
panoramic views of
the picturesque Bay
of Naples from east
to west. Peering
down into the depths
of the crater, you
may see plumes of
steam issuing from
the sleeping, but
still active,
volcano. A medium
level of fitness is
required to complete
the climb. Remember
to wear comfortable
walking shoes! |
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