The ruins of Pompeii are one of Europe’s most famous tourist attractions. We were lucky enough to walk through the ruins of the 2000 year old city. It was an eerie scene with Vesuvius looming in the background, reminding us of its destructive potential, as we walked through the once-great city. I was amazed by how well-preserved the ruins were. I was also fascinated by how advanced their society was: from pizza ovens, to drainage systems, to sliding doors, features that were seen in the ruins remain central components of societies today.