Amphitheatre of Pompeii, Roman amphitheatre in Pompeii, Italy
The stone structure measures 135 meters in length and 104 meters in width, with the arena positioned 6 meters below ground level.
Built around 70 BC by magistrates Caius Quinctius Valgus and Marcus Porcius, this amphitheatre represents the earliest known Roman stone entertainment venue.
The venue accommodated over 20,000 spectators across three distinct seating sections, reflecting the social hierarchy of Roman society.
External staircases with double flights provide access to upper levels, while a corridor leads visitors to the lower seating areas.
The structure remained buried under volcanic ash from Mount Vesuvius's eruption in 79 AD until excavations began in 1748.
Location: Pompei
Official opening: 76
Architectural style: ancient Roman architecture
Part of: Pompeii Regio II Insula 6, Pompeii
Address: Scavi archeologici di Pompei - Regio II - Insula 6 - 1
GPS coordinates: 40.75126,14.49497
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:20
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Incredible Roman relic. For fans, the live at Pompeii performance by the rock band Pink Floyd was recorded at this location!
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