Aspendos Theater, Roman theater in Antalya Province, Turkey
The ancient theater features a horseshoe-shaped auditorium measuring 96 meters in diameter with a capacity to accommodate 7,000 spectators across two sections.
Built in 155 AD during Marcus Aurelius's reign, architect Zenon designed this structure following a competition that determined the future of Aspendos city.
The theater's entrances display Greek and Latin inscriptions dedicated to local deities and the Imperial house by patrons Curtius Crispinus and Curtius Auspicatus.
The International Ballet and Opera Festival takes place at this venue during late spring and early summer, offering performances in a historical setting.
The theater incorporates a sophisticated shading system with a retractable linen canopy supported by columns, evidenced by remaining installation holes.
Address: Belkıs, Aspendos Yolu, 07500 Serik/Antalya, Türkiye
GPS coordinates: 36.93872,31.17253
Latest update: March 11, 2025 01:41
Antalya combines Roman architecture at Hadrian's Gate with natural elements at Düden Waterfalls. The city features ancient theaters, beaches, caves, and archaeological sites. The coastal landscape includes bays, cliffs, and sand beaches. Parks, museums, and modern structures complete the urban setting.
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