Why were the Romantics obsessed with Mount Vesuvius?
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Practicalities of climbing Mount Vesuvius with colorful guides
This chapter explores the practicalities of climbing Mount Vesuvius with guides, focusing on the prominent guide Salvatore Madonna in the 19th century. It discusses different climbing options and the development of tourism, leading to the construction of the funicular and train lines.
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