Roman Amphitheatre (Arenes) in France is one of the important Tourist Attractions
in France. If you are Sightseeing in France do not forget to visit the Roman Amphitheatre
(Arenes) in France.
Roman Amphitheatre (Arenes) in France is perhaps the largest and the most ancient
of all monuments in the city. This complete amphitheater dates back to the first
century A.D. This oval spectacle can accommodate 21000 spectators at a time.
Roman Amphitheatre (Arenes) in France is 136 metres in length and 107 metres
in width and is one of the largest in Gaul. There is a double row of arcades
with 60 archways on the facade. Each of the archways are 3.38 metres wide. There
are four arches used as main entrances having a width of 4.80 metres.
The seating arrangement for spectators inside the Roman Amphitheatre (Arenes)
in France comprises of tiered steps arranged in 34 rows. There was a wooden
floor which was provided over the rock during the time of the Romans. There
were supporting joists which were fixed on the walls. These are no more today
but the holes in which they were fixed can still be seen on the walls in the
surrounding areas.
The Roman Amphitheatre (Arenes) in France was converted into a fortress by
the citizens during the Middle Ages. This was done by adding towers and walling
up arcades which originally comprised of three rows. Today the third row does
not exist. Prosper Mérimée restored the area by cleaning up the
arena about 150 years ago. The tower near the entrance can be climbed and once
you reach the top, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Old Town and the ancient
theater nearby. Bull fights take place in the arena today.
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