New Pompeii excavation reveals a large private thermal complex built 2,000 years ago
- Archaeologists have uncovered a large private thermal complex in Pompeii, built 2,000 years ago, as reported by the Archaeological Park of Pompeii.
- The thermal spa could accommodate 30 people and features a hot room, warm room, cold room, and changing room, according to the release.
- The discovery suggests the house belonged to an important local figure who hosted large gatherings to impress guests, says Gabriel Zuchtriegel, the archaeological site's director.
- The complex is connected to a banquet room decorated with frescoes and may be one of the largest thermal complexes found in Pompeii, according to officials.
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“A discovery that happens once every 100 years”: luxury private bath discovered in Pompeii
In the famous ancient Roman city of Pompeii in Italy, which was buried two thousand years ago under a multi-meter layer of lava and ash as a result of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, scientists have made “a discovery that happens once every hundred years.”

Ancient Pompeii excavation uncovers lavish private bath complex
close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for January 17 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what’s clicking on Foxnews.com. Archaeologists have unearthed a lavish private bath complex in Pompeii, highlighting the wealth and grandeur of the ancient Roman city before it was destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, the site said on Friday. The baths, featuring hot, warm and cold rooms, could host up to 30 guests, allowing them to relax…
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