Pompeii Brothel Lupanar: The Hidden Side of Ancient Rome
What to expect inside Pompeii’s Lupanar, the ancient brothel with explicit wall paintings, plus how to find it and the story of my visit with my mother-in-law.
Ancient stories and quiet corners.
What to see, where to stay and how to plan your days, from ancient sites to the towns around them.
What to expect inside Pompeii’s Lupanar, the ancient brothel with explicit wall paintings, plus how to find it and the story of my visit with my mother-in-law.
A light-hearted look at the male statues of Florence in the Boboli Gardens, Piazza della Signoria and Loggia dei Lanzi, and why classical sculptors kept them modest.
Photos of Albano Laziale, a historic town in the Alban Hills 25 km from Rome, plus how to get there by taxi, train or bus for an easy day trip.
Photos of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Rome, a church Michelangelo designed inside ancient Roman baths, with its history and tips for planning your visit.
More stories from this part of the world, and every destination we’ve written about.
A life shaped by curiosity, connection and the moments that quietly change us.
Until next time… keep wandering.
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