People returned to live among the ruins of Pompeii after the ancient Roman city was devastated by a volcanic eruption, new evidence suggests. Archaeologists believe some survivors who could not afford to start a new life elsewhere returned to the site and may have been joined by others looking for a place to settle. Pompeii was home to more than 20,000 people before Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD79, burying - and preserving - much of the city, before its rediscovery in the 16th century. There had been previous speculation that survivors had returned to the ruins. Archaeologists at the site said in a statement on Wednesday that the theory appears to have been confirmed by new research. The site is now a world-famous tourist attraction and offers a window into Roman life. Tap the link in BBCNews's bio to read more about what they discovered. (📸 Getty) #Pompeii #Archaeology #BBCNews