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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts stand to attention during an initiation ceremony to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts stand to attention during an initiation ceremony to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Fire burns in barrels during an initiation ceremony held for representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Head of the Main Department of the National Police in Zaporizhzhia region Artem Kysko (2nd L) attends an initiation ceremony, during which representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts are set to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts stand to attention during an initiation ceremony to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts stand to attention during an initiation ceremony to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts stand to attention during an initiation ceremony to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Zaporizhzhia City Council secretary Rehina Kharchenko delivers a speech during an initiation ceremony held for representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Head of the Main Department of the National Police in Zaporizhzhia region Artem Kysko (2nd L) attends an initiation ceremony, during which representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts are set to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts stand to attention during an initiation ceremony to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Participants pose for a photo during an initiation ceremony held for representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

The installation featuring the main element of Ukraines coat of arms is pictured during an initiation ceremony held for representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts hold torches during an initiation ceremony to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts pass torches during an initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts stand to attention during an initiation ceremony to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

An initiation ceremony held for representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts to take an oath is underway on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Initiation into Baida Youth Patriotic Movement in Zaporizhzhia

Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration head Ivan Fedorov, head of the Main Department of the National Police in Zaporizhzhia region Artem Kysko (L to R) and Zaporizhzhia City Council secretary Rehina Kharchenko (C) attend an initiation ceremony held for representatives of the Baida Youth Patriotic Movement from Zaporizhzhias Shevchenkivskyi and Oleksandrivskyi districts to take an oath on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on May 16, 2025. (Photo by Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform)

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Kewpie's initiation ceremony in 2025

Kewpie's initiation ceremony in 2025

Kewpie Corporation's induction ceremony for fiscal 2025. Photo shows new employees experiencing handmade mayonnaise at the induction event and President Mitsuru Takamiya (top left) cheering them on.=April 1,2025,Tokyo

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Kewpie Corporation's initiation ceremony in 2025

Kewpie Corporation's initiation ceremony in 2025

Kewpie Corporation's induction ceremony for fiscal 2025. Photo shows President Mitsuru Takamiya addressing the ceremony.=April 1,2025,Tokyo

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

Spectacular Frescoed Villa Uncovered in Pompeii - Italy

A spectacular frescoed Villa resembling the famous 'Villa of the Mysteries' was uncovered at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy on February 2025. The newly found residence has a large banquet hall frescoed with a cycle of paintings depicting initiation into the Dionysian Mysteries. The fresco, dating to 40-30 BC, presents vivid imagery of Dionysian followers in states of ritualistic ecstasy, dancing and hunting, resembling the frescoes of the nearby famous Villa of the Mysteries which were uncovered 100 years ago. The frescoed walls have still vibrant colors: on a Pompeian red background, full figures emerge, very similar to those of the famous Villa of the Mysteries, albeit in a different style. It was a sumptuous environment where it is not difficult to imagine lavish receptions where guests, reclining on triclinia, ate, drank, and watched small performances. Excavated in recent weeks in the central area of Pompeii, the new room shows this frieze at almost life size, or a 'megalography', just as in the Vill

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - The head of the Main Department of the National Police in Zaporizhzhia region, police colonel Artem Kysko attends the initiation ceremony for the Baida movement members on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Head of Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration Ivan Fedorov, Secretary of Zaporizhzhia City Council Rehina Kharchenko and head of the Main Department of the National Police in Zaporizhzhia region, police colonel Artem Kysko (C, L to R) attend the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Secretary of Zaporizhzhia City Council Rehina Kharchenko, Head of Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration Ivan Fedorov and head of the Main Department of the National Police in Zaporizhzhia region, police colonel Artem Kysko (C, L to R) attend the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - Head of Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration Ivan Fedorov attends the initiation ceremony for the Baida movement members on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

Representatives of Baida youth movement take oath on Khortytsia Island

ZAPORIZHZHIA, UKRAINE - MAY 02, 2024 - A trident made from a pre-war batch of steel produced by Azovstal is seen at the site where members of the Baida youth movement take an oath during the initiation ceremony on Khortytsia Island, Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.

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