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AMPHITHEATRE 01 | POMPEII AMPHITHEATRE, ITALY
Constructed: 70 BC
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The amphitheatre at Pompeii is presumed to be the oldest amphitheatre in the world, with plans for its construction dating back to 80 BC. It is thought that the amphitheatre at Pompeii was used as a model for amphitheatre construction including the Colosseum in Rome.
The performance space was constructed partly by utilising an existing dip in the landscape, and partly by digging even further down. This amphitheatre unusually does not have an underground section, with the steps up the slope the only access outside the building.
The amphitheatre can hold up to 20,000 spectators, who are seated around the main performance space. The amphitheatre hosted gladiatorial games, circus shows and other performances.
