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Named after a stunning mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite, this house features vibrant glass paste artwork of the Roman sea god.
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This lavish villa, possibly owned by Caesar’s father-in-law, housed a library with over 1,800 ancient papyrus scrolls.
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Facing the Bay of Naples, this villa is named after marble statues of deer attacked by dogs, found in its garden.
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One of Herculaneum’s oldest homes, the Samnite House was already 300 years old when Mount Vesuvius erupted.
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A rare wooden partition, separating the atrium and study, was found intact in this house, a surprising survival over time.
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This house is infamous for containing a human skeleton a chilling reminder of Herculaneum’s tragic past.
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A dramatic stucco relief in this house depicts the myth of Telephus son of Hercules in stunning high relief.
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One of the first multi-story homes found in Herculaneum this house changed ideas about Roman residential architecture.
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The Augustales were vital in honoring Emperor Augustus, organizing ceremonies, and maintaining shrines dedicated to him.
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The Palestra was a vast open courtyard where young men trained in wrestling, boxing, and running.
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