Roman amphitheatre of Santa Maria Capua Vetere
Roman amphitheatre of Santa Maria Capua Vetere, Roman amphitheatre in Santa Maria Capua Vetere, Italy
The Amphitheatre of Capua stands as the second largest Roman arena after the Colosseum, with dimensions of 170 meters by 139 meters and a height of 46 meters.
The structure dates from the first century BC under Emperor Augustus, and later served as the starting point of the Spartacus rebellion in 73 BC with 70 gladiators.
The archaeological complex includes the amphitheatre ruins, a gladiator museum, and an underground sanctuary dedicated to the god Mithras from the second century AD.
The site opens Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 to 18:00, with entry tickets costing 2.50 euros for access to all areas of the archaeological complex.
The subterranean level contains an intricate network of tunnels that allowed performers and animals to make sudden appearances in the arena during ancient spectacles.
Location: Santa Maria Capua Vetere
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: ancient Capua
Address: Piazza Adriano, 81055 Santa Maria Capua Vetere CE, Italy 81055 Santa Maria Capua Vetere
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-18:00; Monday off
Phone: +390823844206
Email: pm-cam.museoanticacapua@beniculturali.it
Website: http://polomusealecampania.beniculturali.it/index.php/l-anfiteatro
GPS coordinates: 41.08611,14.25000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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