Lesser-known historical sites offer unique glimpses into the past, often overlooked by mainstream tourism. For example, the ancient city of Herculaneum in Italy, buried alongside Pompeii during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, features remarkably preserved buildings and artifacts that provide insight into Roman life. Another intriguing site is Timgad, a Roman colonial town in Algeria, founded in the 1st century AD. Its well-preserved ruins, including a theater and a grid layout of streets, showcase the architectural prowess of the Romans and their influence in North Africa.