Facts in brief:
Located on the W coast of the Gulf of Pozzuoli; the ancient Campanian city of Baiae belonged to nearby Cumae; became popular resort in the
1st cen. BC; was deserted because of malaria in 1500; today is a popular seaside resort.
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