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Ancient greek theaters

The ancient Greek theaters represent classical Greek architecture. The structures are located across Greece, Turkey, and Italy. These buildings demonstrate the architectural methods of the period and served as venues for performances, gatherings, and ceremonies. The theaters are built into hillsides, using the natural acoustics of the landscape.

An ancient stone theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens.

Major open-air theatre in Athens, considered to be the world's first theater.

This theatre provides insight into the ancient culture and is one of Greece's historical landmarks.

A marvel of ancient Greek architectural finesse from the late 4th century BCE.

The theater was built in the 4th century BC and accommodated 5000 spectators on 35 rows of limestone seats.

Larissa Ancient Theatre
Larissa Ancient Theatre

Thessaly, Greece

The theater from the 3rd century BC seated 10000 spectators and was constructed using local marble.

Dodoni Ancient Theatre
Dodoni Ancient Theatre

Ioannina, Greece

The theater dates from the 3rd century BC and had a capacity of 18000 seats across 55 rows.

Theatre of Maroneia
Theatre of Maroneia

Rodopi, Greece

This theater from the 4th century BC was built into a hillside and accommodated 2500 spectators.

Theater of Miletus
Theater of Miletus

Aydin, Turkey

Roman structure from the 4th century BC with a capacity of 15,000 spectators and a diameter of 140 meters.

Thassos Ancient Theatre
Thassos Ancient Theatre

Kavala, Greece

Theater from the 3rd century BC with marble seats and a capacity of 2000 spectators.

Ancient Odeon of Kos
Ancient Odeon of Kos

Dodecanese, Greece

Roman theater with nine rows of marble seats and an orchestra of 11 meters in diameter.

Megaron Gyzi
Megaron Gyzi

Thira, Greece

Cultural center in a 17th century mansion containing collections of historical photographs and paintings.

The Roman theater from the 1st century BC stands in the city center near the Alcazaba fortress.

Ancient Theatre of Segesta
Ancient Theatre of Segesta

Calatafimi-Segesta, Italy

The theater from the 3rd century BC stands on Monte Barbaro with views of the Mediterranean Sea.

The theater from the 5th century BC was carved directly into the limestone rock of Temenites hill.

The theater constructed in the 3rd century BC features stone seating and remains of the original stage building.

Built in the 4th century BC, this stone theatre features 13,000 seats and displays Greek architectural elements with Roman modifications.

This Hellenistic structure from 168 BC contains stone seating for 6,000 people and features intact architectural elements from its original construction.

Constructed in the 1st century BC, this stone theatre accommodated 8,000 spectators and retains sections of its original marble decorations.

Theatre of Pergamon
Theatre of Pergamon

Bergama, Turkey

Located on a 45-degree slope, this theatre from 197 BC seats 10,000 people and integrates Greek architectural principles into the natural terrain.

Ancient Theatre of Aigeira
Ancient Theatre of Aigeira

Peloponnese, Greece

This theatre from the 3rd century BC stands on the northern slope of the acropolis. Its stone seats accommodate 3000 spectators overlooking the Corinthian Gulf.

Akrai Theatre
Akrai Theatre

Sicily, Italy

Built in the 3rd century BC, this stone theatre contains nine rows of seats divided into sectors. The structure measures 42 meters in diameter.

Theatre of Assos
Theatre of Assos

Çanakkale, Turkey

Constructed in the 3rd century BC, this theatre faces the Aegean Sea. The structure includes 20 rows of seats and could hold up to 5000 people.

Theatre of Metapontum
Theatre of Metapontum

Metaponto, Italy

The theatre dates from the 4th century BC and features stone seating sections divided by walkways. Archaeological evidence indicates regular performances and ceremonies.

The stone structure retains original seating sections and foundation walls from the classical period of ancient Greece.

Ancient Theatre of Argos
Ancient Theatre of Argos

Argolis, Greece

The theatre stands near the ancient agora with carved stone seats that could accommodate 20,000 spectators during classical performances.

Theatre of Sicyon
Theatre of Sicyon

Corinthia, Greece

The stone theatre contains remains of original seating areas and orchestra space built into the natural slope of the hill.

The stone structure features typical Greek theatre elements with carved seats, an orchestra circle and remains of the ancient stage building.

Theatre of Ambracia
Theatre of Ambracia

Arta, Greece

Ancient Greek theatre with stone seating for 3,000 spectators built into a hillside. Parts of the orchestra and skene remain visible today.

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