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Pompeii: Spectacular new discoveries unearthed include private spa

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'Once-in-a-century' discovery reveals spectacular luxury of Pompeii .

Spa-like complex sits at the heart of a grand residence uncovered over the last two years during a major excavation.

Analysis of two skeletons discovered in the house also shows the horror faced by Pompeii 's inhabitants when Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD79.

Private bathhouse complex is a once-in-a-century discovery in Pompeii .

The discovery sheds light on a darker side of Roman life.

The most powerful thing from these excavations is that stark contrast between the lives of slaves and the very, very rich.

The excavation is in its final weeks - but new discoveries continue to emerge from the ash.

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