Kourion Amphitheatre
| archaeological site, interesting place
Cyprus /
Government controlled area /
Kantou /
World
/ Cyprus
/ Government controlled area
/ Kantou
World / Cyprus
archaeological site, amphitheatre, interesting place
Kourion, like many Ancient Greek and Roman cities, had a semicircular theatre. This one has been restored and is used for the International Festival of Ancient Greek Drama.
The theater was originally built in the 2nd century B.C. but what is preserved today dates to the Roman period with 2nd and 3rd century A.D. additions and restorations. In the curved auditorium the spectators’ seating area accommodates around 3500 people. The stage only preserves its foundations but it originally rose to the full height of the auditorium. Today the theatre is used for cultural events.
The theater was originally built in the 2nd century B.C. but what is preserved today dates to the Roman period with 2nd and 3rd century A.D. additions and restorations. In the curved auditorium the spectators’ seating area accommodates around 3500 people. The stage only preserves its foundations but it originally rose to the full height of the auditorium. Today the theatre is used for cultural events.
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Coordinates: 34°39'51"N 32°53'16"E
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