An archaeological excavation in the Salerno area revealed ancient footprints of people and animals escaping a devastating eruption of Vesuvius around 2000 B.C., before the famed disaster at Pompeii in 79 A.D. This earlier Avellino eruption was notably larger. Over two years, archaeologists uncovered remnants of a Bronze Age community, evidenced by hut foundations and ceramic artifacts, suggesting organized habitation. Subsequently, the area demonstrated continuous occupation, including agricultural production during the Roman period and a sanctuary from the Hellenistic era, affirming its role in a broader trade network.
The archaeological survey in Salerno has revealed ancient footprints of humans and animals, indicating a community's existence and resilience in the face of volcanic disaster.
Evidence from the excavations shows that the Salerno area was continuously inhabited from the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity, highlighting its historical importance.
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