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Founded: 13th centuryCategory: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)
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Château de Vaison-la-Romaine was originally a wooden tower erected in 1185 to assert the power of Raymond VI, Count of Toulouse. It was transformed in the 13th century into a fortified building comprising three main buildings and a square keep surrounding an inner courtyard. In 1274, it became a pontifical possession until 1791.
Solidly built on a rocky outcrop, overlooking the town, it can be seen from all sides as an unmissable landmark. From its forecourt, a magnificent panorama awaits you. On the heights around the castle, you can enjoy the sumptuous views, but the castle itself is not open to visitors.
References:The ancient Argos Theater was built in 320 BC. and is located in Argos, Greece against Larissa Hill. Nearby from this site is Agora, Roman Odeon, and the Baths of Argos. The theater is one of the largest architectural developments in Greece and was renovated in ca 120 AD.
The Hellenistic theater at Argos is cut into the hillside of the Larisa, with 90 steps up a steep incline, forming a narrow rectilinear cavea. Among the largest theaters in Greece, it held about 20,000 spectators and is divided by two landings into three horizontal sections. Staircases further divide the cavea into four cunei, corresponding to the tribes of Argos A high wall was erected to prevent unauthorized access into the theatron and may have helped the acoustics, but it is said the sound quality is still very good today.
Around 120 CE, both theaters were renovated in the Roman style.