Amphitheatre of Bordeaux, Roman amphitheatre in Bordeaux, France
The Palais Gallien features stone arches and walls rising among residential buildings, with dimensions of 70 meters by 47 meters in an elliptical shape.
Built in the 2nd century during the Roman occupation of Burdigala, the amphitheatre served as an entertainment venue until fires and raids led to its abandonment.
The amphitheatre accommodated 15,000 spectators for gladiatorial contests and public events, marking the first combination of stone and wooden construction methods in such structures.
Visitors can access the archaeological site through rue du Colisée or rue du Dr Albert Barraud, with several bus routes stopping nearby.
During the 17th century, the ruins became a gathering place for outlaws until local authorities transformed the location into a quarry.
Location: Bordeaux
Part of: Burdigala
Address: rue du docteur Albert-Barraud
GPS coordinates: 44.84759,-0.58271
Latest update: September 27, 2025 13:45
Bordeaux offers numerous photography sites from the medieval Porte Cailhau to the modern Cité du Vin. The city features historical gates, stone bridges, public gardens, and architectural landmarks. Photographers can capture the Gothic Basilique Saint-Michel, the neoclassical Grand Théâtre, and the Place de la Bourse with its water mirror. The Darwin Ecosystem presents urban culture venues, while the Quai des Chartrons provides waterfront views.
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It's not very big, but I was moved and looked at it for a while. September 27, 2025
It's not very big, but I was moved and looked at it for a while. September 27, 2025
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