Odeon of Patras, Roman theater in Patras, Greece
Description
The Odeon of Patras is a Roman theater with 23 rows of stone seats arranged in a semicircular shape around a central stage area. The structure includes an orchestra zone and backstage rooms that were used for theatrical performances.
History
The theater was built around 160 AD and lay hidden beneath soil and buildings for centuries. Excavations began in 1889 and brought the ancient structure back to light.
Culture
The theater hosts performances during the Patras International Festival, continuing its function as a center for musical and dramatic presentations.
Practical
The site is accessible daily except Mondays from early morning until early afternoon, with no entrance fee required. Allow adequate time to explore the various sections and seating areas at a comfortable pace.
Did you know?
The ancient geographer Pausanias described the theater in his writings and highlighted that its decorations were remarkable. Only the Odeum in Athens was described at that time as being even more ornate.
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