Stadium in Laodicea (Pamukkale)

Turkey / Denizli / Pamukkale
 ancient stadium, historic ruins, 1st century construction

Stadium was built by Nicostratus and dedicated to Vespasian in 79 A.D. according to an inscription found here. The stadium is circular at both ends and was the total complex was 900 feet long. Used primarily for running races, the length of the track was fixed at 600 feet, also known as one stadium.
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Coordinates:   37°49'52"N   29°6'16"E
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