Pompei was much bigger and much more impressive than what either of us had in mind. The highlight of our visit there was viewing the plaster moulds of the victims of the first century disaster. Many of them -- including one dog -- are posed in various positions suggestive of incredible and overwhelming pain. It was a moving sight.
After Pompei we headed towards Sorrento. The trains connecting Napoli, Pompei, and Sorrento are frequent, quick, and cheap, so getting around is no problem. Sorrento is known for its limoncello; a lemon flavored liquor that is just about the best tasting drink currently in existence. We hiked and treked around the city, sat by the bay for some limoncello, and ate dinner (Gnocchi alla Sorrentina). We also bought a fatty bottle of limoncello to bring back with us, so party on our roof this summer!!!
Domani: Capri.
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