Pompei

Pompei (Comune di Pompei) is an Italian town built near the ruins of Pompeii.

History
The town was founded by Bartolo Longo in 1861 after building the Shrine of the Virgin of the Rosary of Pompei. The town considers it's self the sucessor of the old city.

Areas of Interest
The Shrine of the Virgin of the Rosary of Pompei is a Pilgrimage site for local Catholics. The town is best known for the Ruins of Pompeii.