Roman Amphitheatre (Arenes)

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.