Odeon of Philippopolis, Roman odeon in Plovdiv, Bulgaria
The Odeon of Philippopolis contains a rectangular structure with a skene, orchestra, and cavea arranged in a step formation for optimal viewing angles.
Built during the second century AD under Emperor Hadrian's reign, this structure served as both the city council headquarters and performance venue until the fourth century.
The venue featured a two-story skene built in the Corinthian order system, with vertical grooves in the walls for raising and lowering performance curtains.
Located at General Gurko Street in the northeastern section of the Roman forum, the Odeon provides seating capacity for 300 to 350 spectators.
Archaeological evidence reveals destruction marks from the Gothic invasion of 250 AD, offering direct physical connection to this historical event.
GPS coordinates: 42.14361,24.75040
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:16
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