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Many classical sites are noted for their theatresTheatre and amphitheatresAmphitheatre. Both these types of open-air venue were used for entertainment, performances, and sports. Both ancient Greek and ancient Roman theatres were built in a semicircle, with tiered seating rising on one side of the performance area. On the other hand, Roman amphitheatres were circular or oval in plan, with a central arena surrounded by perimeter seating tiers. Examples are provided from El DjemEl Djem, Tunisia in TunisiaTunisia, TürkiyeTürkiye, Epidaurus in GreeceGreece, SicilySicily, and LibyaLibya. Sporting venues included hippodromesHippodrome, gymnasiaGymnasia, and baths.Baths, Roman

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Theatres, Amphitheatres, Hippodromes, Gymnasia, and Baths

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  • Andrew Goudie

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Many classical sites are noted for their theatresTheatre and amphitheatresAmphitheatre. Both these types of open-air venue were used for entertainment, performances, and sports. Both ancient Greek and ancient Roman theatres were built in a semicircle, with tiered seating rising on one side of the performance area. On the other hand, Roman amphitheatres were circular or oval in plan, with a central arena surrounded by perimeter seating tiers. Examples are provided from El DjemEl Djem, Tunisia in TunisiaTunisia, TürkiyeTürkiye, Epidaurus in GreeceGreece, SicilySicily, and LibyaLibya. Sporting venues included hippodromesHippodrome, gymnasiaGymnasia, and baths.Baths, Roman