Neapolis, Archaeological park in Syracuse, Italy
Neapolis is an archaeological park in Syracuse, Sicily, that includes theaters, quarries, altars, and underground passages from Greek and Roman times. The site spreads across a natural slope covered with Mediterranean vegetation, where citrus trees grow between the ancient structures and give the grounds a park-like feel.
The theater was built in the fifth century before Christ and served as a venue for tragedies, later modified by the Romans for their own spectacles. The quarries supplied material for building the city and were later turned into prisons and underground chambers.
The Ear of Dionysus, a 23-meter-high cave extending 65 meters into the cliff, demonstrates advanced acoustic engineering of ancient Greek architecture.
The park can be explored on foot, and comfortable shoes are recommended due to uneven paths and stone steps. On sunny days the grounds offer little shade, so a hat and water are advisable.
The cave known as the Ear of Dionysius has extraordinary acoustics that amplify even quiet sounds. This effect comes from the high vaulted shape of the cave, which collects and reflects sound waves.
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