where is pompeii located
Site Description. Pompeii is located on a plateau formed by an ancient lava deposit southeast of the volcano Mt. Vesuvius. The city's site is also a short distance north of the Sarno River and east of the Bay of Naples.This location ensured the city's role as a center of commerce.ite Description. Pompeii is located on a plateau formed by an ancient lava deposit southeast of the volcano Mt. Vesuvius. The city's site is also a short distance north of the Sarno River and east of the Bay of Naples. This location ensured the city's role as a center of commerce.