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Samnite Gymnasium
Roman · Archaeological Site40.7490°N, 14.4879°E

Samnite Gymnasium

Palestra Sannitica

The Palestra Sannitica is a Roman-era gymnasium, buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD and uncovered during archaeological excavations of ancient Pompeii. Its purpose was to host gymnastic competitions, as well as military and political gatherings.

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