In the vicinity of the archaeological site of Pompeii, intact ceremonial chariots were found, which is characterized as one of the most important discoveries in that area near today's Naples.
A chariot with iron elements and bronze decorations was found in excavations north of Pompeii, outside the walls of the ancient city, near a stable where the remains of three horses were previously excavated.
Archaeologists believe that these carts were used for ceremonies and parades, perhaps for weddings.
The Archaeological Park of Pompeii announced that this was an "extraordinary discovery" and stated that no better-preserved object had been found in Italy so far.
The walls and roof of the building where the carriage was housed helped to keep it well preserved.
The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79 destroyed Pompeii.
Last year, archaeologists found the skeletons of a man believed to be wealthy and his slave in the same area.
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