17th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
As the Sun Sets on Civilization
This photo was taken as the sun set over Pompei, a thriving ancient Roman city destroyed by Vesuvius’s eruption in 79 AD. Now, Pompei is known for its iconic ruins and this photo captures a statue left behind that embodies the civilization’s spirit.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 04.2019 |
Date Uploaded: | 05.2019 |
Photo Location: | Pompei, Italy |
Copyright: | © Pavitra Krishnamani |