Vesuvius National Park, National park in Italy
Vesuvius National Park features an active stratovolcano, a unique landscape and biodiversity.
The park, established on June 5, 1991, encompasses the area around Mount Vesuvius, notorious for its eruption in 79 AD.
The park contains archaeological elements from ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Easily reachable from Naples, there are well-marked trails for visitors to observe the crater up close.
It's the only European national park containing an active volcano within its boundaries.
Inception: June 5, 1991
Website: parks.it/parco.nazionale.vesuvio/index.php
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