Ancient Roman Amphitheater in Alexandria

Ancient Roman Amphitheater in Alexandria. is considered one of the most important monuments of the Roman era. The fourth-largest Roman theaters in the world. And the only in Egypt and one of the most important tourist attractions in Alexandria. Ancient Roman Amphitheater history dates back to the early fourth century AD. And remained in use until the Islamic era through the Roman and Byzantine era. So it uses differed from the era to Era according to the nature of the attributes and characteristics of each era of these eras. It is located in the region of Kom el-Dikka in Alexandria.

Awesome construction

The theater is designed in the shape of a horseshoe or “U”. And the theater consists of 13 rows of marble terraces. Numbered with Greek letters and numbers to organize the seating process. and two entrances from the north and south. There are five compartments above these terraces, but only two compartments remain. The terraces are based on a thick limestone wall. Surrounded by another wall and these walls connect a group of arches. So that the outer wall is a strong pillar of the inner wall.

Although the Roman theater in Egypt is modest in size and most of the part of the structure is in ruins. It is still an excellent ancient structure from the Roman era in Egypt. The theater also consists of several galleries. These lounges have rooms for more spectators along with 700-800 marble stools around the stage.

discovered by chance

They discovered building by chance. During the removal of dust to search for the tomb of Alexander the Great by the Polish expedition in 1960. Archaeologists called it the Roman Theater when the marble steps were discovered. But controversy arose over the function of this monumental. It took about 30 years to excavate it.

The Polish mission continued its research jointly with the University of Alexandria. They found some Classrooms next to this amphitheater in February 2004. And this will change the direction that the Roman amphitheater is a theater. This amphitheater may have been used as a large lecture hall for students. and in the ceremonies, it was used as a theater.

Have a good time

You can start wandering around the theater from the outside. watch its impressive engineering construction process and take some memorial photos of it. Where the wonderful paths or sit for a while in the magnificent theater garden. and enjoy the view of the picturesque palm trees. The theater is available for visiting every day of the week from 8:00 in the morning until 5:00 in the evening. Free admission.