Brescia Roman Theatre

Brescia, Italy

The Roman amphitheatre in Brescia is located immediately at east of the Capitolium. It has been built in the Flavian era and altered in the 3rd century. With its 86 meters diameter, is one of the largest Roman theatres in northern Italy and originally it housed around 15,000 spectators.

In the 5th century, an earthquake has heavily damaged the building. In addition, in later centuries, its remains were incorporated into new buildings built on top of it, largely demolished starting from the 19th century. Of the original structure are preserved the semicircular perimeter walls, the two side passages (aditus) and the remains of the proscenium, as well as many fragments of columns and friezes of the scaenae frons. The most of the orchestra and the ima cavea are still below ground. The archaeological excavations should resume in the coming years.

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Founded: 69-96 AD
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Italy

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Zoran (12 months ago)
A must see when in Brescia. Free entrance.
Kay Ess (2 years ago)
Really nice place to sit down and soak in the atmosphere. Shaded by the temple and museum. Good signage.
Paul Heller (3 years ago)
The theater is not in the best shape, you need a little imagination, but its free to walk around and explore the history. Reader board explains a little about it. Dogs welcome. All outside.
massimiliano ortodossi (3 years ago)
The theatre is a magic place! In need of a solid restoration though.
Lubo Medera (4 years ago)
Nice place
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