Pompeii was an important city in ancient Rome. However, in 79 AD, the city was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius one of the deadliest volcanic eruptions in history The disaster claimed the lives of over 10,000 people and buried the city under layers of ash and pumice, preserving it for centuries. Today, Pompeii is a UNESCO World Heritage site and attracts millions of visitors every year. Archaeologists continue to uncover the mysteries of its demise and explore the tragic story of the city's last days.