Roman Odeum of Taormina, Roman entertainment venue in Taormina, Italy
The Roman Odeum features a compact design with three distinct sections including the scene, orchestra, and five-part divided cavea for spectator seating.
The construction of this small theater dates back to 21 BC when Taormina became a military colony under Caesar Augustus Octavian's rule.
This intimate theater with under 200 seats served as a venue for musical recitals and literary presentations for the distinguished citizens of Taormina.
The Roman Odeum sits behind St Catherine's Church near Palazzo Corvaja, with its structure facing northeast, contrary to the larger theater's southern orientation.
A local blacksmith, Antonio Bambara, discovered the theater on June 5th, 1892, while digging on his land, revealing its existence after centuries of obscurity.
Location: Taormina
GPS coordinates: 37.85394,15.28808
Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:48
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