Greek Theatre of Tindari, Ancient Greek theatre in Tindari, Italy
The Greek theatre stands on a hilltop overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, featuring a semicircular cavea measuring 76 meters wide with an orchestra of 23 meters.
Construction began in the 4th century BCE during the Hellenistic period, with subsequent Roman modifications in the 1st century CE that adapted it for gladiatorial events.
The structure demonstrates architectural evolution from Greek to Roman periods through its stage design, seating arrangement, and acoustic engineering for theatrical performances.
The archaeological site opens daily from sunrise to sunset, with guided tours available in multiple languages through the visitor center at the entrance.
The theatre maintains exceptional acoustics that allow voices from the stage area to reach all 3,000 seats without modern amplification systems.
Location: Patti
GPS coordinates: 38.14370,15.04240
Latest update: March 6, 2025 08:59
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