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Founded: 12th centuryCategory: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)
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Château de Montreuil-Bonnin has been listed as a historic monument since the very first register of 1840. The castle was built by Richard the Lionheart. Judging by the varied architecture of the different buildings, the castle has clearly undergone many changes throughout its history. The cylindrical towers reflect the evolution of military architecture during the reign of Philip Augustus. The castle was burned down in 1346 by the English forces under the Earl of Derby. From 1361 onward, it remained under English control. In the 16th century, two residential wings were added, and the towers were partially dismantled. During the French Wars of Religion, the castle became a Protestant stronghold. Today, one can still see the ruined towers, the remains of the living quarters, and parts of the original fortifications.
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.