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Witness the raw power of nature with these captivating volcanic eruptions

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: 'Eruption of Etna, View from the Greek Theater'

"Eruption of Etna, View from the Greek Theater"
3566259 "Eruption of Etna, View from the Greek Theater"; (add.info.: Greek Theater, Taormina 1880-1890 Date of Artwork: III sec. a.C)

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: A landslide of sand precipitates in the direction of the Vesuvian Observatory

A landslide of sand precipitates in the direction of the Vesuvian Observatory
3560280 A landslide of sand precipitates in the direction of the Vesuvian Observatory. by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Naples 1906 Eruption of Vesuvius)

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Spiraliform smoke emissions from Vesuvius, during the 1906 eruption

Spiraliform smoke emissions from Vesuvius, during the 1906 eruption
3560279 Spiraliform smoke emissions from Vesuvius, during the 1906 eruption. by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Vesuvian Observatory, Naples 1906 Eruption of Vesuvius)

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Eruption of a crater of the island of Stromboli

Eruption of a crater of the island of Stromboli Messina Aeolian Islands. Date of Photograph:22/05/1907

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Vesuvius eruption of 1872

Vesuvius eruption of 1872 Naples. Date of Photograph:04/1872

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Eruption of the Gran Cratere della Fossa on the island of Vulcano in the Aeolian Islands archipelago

Eruption of the Gran Cratere della Fossa on the island of Vulcano in the Aeolian Islands archipelago Lipari. Date of Photograph:20/04/1888

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Stromboli, volcanic explosion, 13 May 1907 at 11.46 am

Stromboli, volcanic explosion, 13 May 1907 at 11.46 am Messina Aeolian Islands. Date of Photograph:13/05/1907

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of the crater west of the island of Stromboli with eruption weak

View of the crater west of the island of Stromboli with eruption weak Messina Aeolian Islands. Date of Photograph:13/05/1907

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Eruption of the Gran Cratere della Fossa, Island of Vulcano, Lipari

Eruption of the Gran Cratere della Fossa, Island of Vulcano, Lipari Lipari Vulcano. Date of Photograph:14/02/1889

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Mount Etna eruption of 19 August 1892

Mount Etna eruption of 19 August 1892 Catania. Date of Photograph:19/08/1892

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Picture of a cloud of ashes erupted to a great height in the area of the Sunda Sea

Picture of a cloud of ashes erupted to a great height in the area of the Sunda Sea, off limits because of the activity of the Krakatoa volcano, Indonesia Indonesia Sunda Sea. Date of Photograph:1984

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Volcanic area, New Hebrides

Volcanic area, New Hebrides Vanuatu. Date of Photograph:1956

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: The volcano Vesuvius erupting, Naples

The volcano Vesuvius erupting, Naples. Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1928

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of the volcano of Vesuvius, Naples

View of the volcano of Vesuvius, Naples. Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1928

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: The eruption of Vesuvius on July 5, 1895 seen from Atrio del Cavallo, near Naples

The eruption of Vesuvius on July 5, 1895 seen from Atrio del Cavallo, near Naples. Naples Atrio del Cavallo. Date of Photograph:05/07/1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: The crater of Mount Vesuvius during the eruption on July 5, 1895

The crater of Mount Vesuvius during the eruption on July 5, 1895 Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:05/07/1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of an eruption of Mount Vesuvius. July 5, 1895

View of an eruption of Mount Vesuvius. July 5, 1895 Naples. Date of Photograph:05/07/1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Mouth of the large crater of Vesuvius during the eruption of 1895

Mouth of the large crater of Vesuvius during the eruption of 1895. Naples Environs. Date of Photograph:22/07/1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Mouth of the crater of Vesuvious during the eruption of 1895

Mouth of the crater of Vesuvious during the eruption of 1895. Naples Environs. Date of Photograph:22/07/1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Layers of lava photographed during the eruption of Vesuvius on July 5th 1895, near Naples

Layers of lava photographed during the eruption of Vesuvius on July 5th 1895, near Naples. Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:05/07/1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: A group of tourists on the peaks of Vesuvius

A group of tourists on the peaks of Vesuvius. Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of the Solfatara in Pozzuoli, a semi-active volcanic crater

View of the Solfatara in Pozzuoli, a semi-active volcanic crater, part of the Campi Flegrei thermal bath itinerary since the Middle Ages Pozzuoli The Solfatara. Date of Photograph:1879-1910 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of Sorrento, photographed from the panoramic Scala di Sant'Antonio promenade

View of Sorrento, photographed from the panoramic Scala di Sant'Antonio promenade, with Mount Vesuvius in the background. Sorrento Scala di Sant'Antonio. Date of Photograph:1879-1910 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of Capo Schis and of the Etna from the Greek Theatre of Taormina

View of Capo Schis and of the Etna from the Greek Theatre of Taormina Taormina Greek Theatre. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Eruption of Vesuvius of 5 July 1895 seen from Atrio del Cavallo

Eruption of Vesuvius of 5 July 1895 seen from Atrio del Cavallo Naples Environs. Date of Photograph:05/07/1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius

Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius Naples Vesuvio. Date of Photograph:1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Eruption of Vesuvius in 1895

Eruption of Vesuvius in 1895 Naples Environs. Date of Photograph:22/07/1895

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of Ischia Castle, complex of buildings from different ages within an imposing fortified wall

View of Ischia Castle, complex of buildings from different ages within an imposing fortified wall on a small island connected to the main island by the Aragonese Bridge. Ischia Ischia Castle

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: The 1872 eruption of Mount Vesuvius

The 1872 eruption of Mount Vesuvius Naples. Date of Photograph:1885-1910 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Lava from the 1872 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Near Naples

Lava from the 1872 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Near Naples Naples. Date of Photograph:1879-1910ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: The erupting cone of Vesuvius with a tourist

The erupting cone of Vesuvius with a tourist Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1940

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Fumerole and lava in the crater of Vesuvius

Fumerole and lava in the crater of Vesuvius Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1940

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of the crater of Vesuvius

View of the crater of Vesuvius Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1940

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Eruption of Vesuvius

Eruption of Vesuvius Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1940

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Rocky walkway in the crater of Vesuvius

Rocky walkway in the crater of Vesuvius Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1940

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: View of the Port of Catania. Aetna is in the background

View of the Port of Catania. Aetna is in the background. Catania Port. Date of Photograph:1929 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Mount Vesuvius after the eruption of 1897, Naples

Mount Vesuvius after the eruption of 1897, Naples Naples. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Solidified lava, after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 1897, Naples

Solidified lava, after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 1897, Naples Naples. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Smoke coming out of the crater of Mount Vesuvius

Smoke coming out of the crater of Mount Vesuvius Naples Vesuvius. Date of Photograph:1907 ca

Background imageWith Volcano Volcanic Eruption Collection: Rain of ashes

Rain of ashes
3567461 Rain of ashes by Nittis, Giuseppe or Joseph de (1846-84); Galleria d Arte Moderna, Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: ARTIST: De Nittis)




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Witness the raw power of nature with these captivating volcanic eruptions. From the eruption of a crater on the island of Stromboli to the explosive display at Vesuvius in 1872, these events remind us of Earth's fiery temperament. The Gran Cratere della Fossa on Vulcano Island also left its mark in history, as did Stromboli's volcanic explosion on that fateful day in May 1907. While some eruptions were more subdued, like the gentle outburst from Stromboli's west crater, others were truly awe-inspiring. Mount Etna's eruption in August 1892 and Krakatoa volcano's ash cloud towering over Sunda Sea are just two examples that demonstrate the immense force unleashed by these geological giants. Traveling to volcanic areas such as New Hebrides offers a glimpse into this mesmerizing world where fire meets rock. Witnessing Vesuvius erupting near Naples is an experience unlike any other, leaving spectators both terrified and captivated by its destructive beauty. A view of Vesuvius from Atrio del Cavallo during its eruption on July 5th, 1895 remains etched in memory as a testament to mankind's vulnerability against nature’s might. These images serve as reminders that our planet is alive and ever-changing—a reminder that we must respect and appreciate its power while marveling at its wonders.