Petra Theatre, Roman theatre in Al-Betrā', Jordan.
The Petra Theatre features a semi-circular design carved into solid rock, with tiered seating accommodating 3,000 spectators and a prominent stage area.
Constructed in the first century AD, this theatre emerged during Petra's peak as a trading center connecting eastern and western commercial routes.
The structure integrates Hellenistic and Roman architectural elements, displaying the engineering methods of both Nabataean craftsmen and Roman builders.
The theatre remains accessible through guided tours of Petra's archaeological site, with morning visits offering optimal lighting conditions for photographs.
The entire structure, including seating areas and the stage, was carved directly from natural rock formations without using additional construction materials.
Location: Al-Betrā'
Inception: 1 century
Made from material: rock
Part of: Petra
GPS coordinates: 30.32469,35.44682
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:33
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