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Cagliari Amphitheatre
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- Name
- Cagliari Amphitheatre
- Continent
- MIDDLE-EAST
- Alt Name:
- -
- Country:
- Italy
- Period:
- Ancient Rome
- Sub-Region:
- -
- Date:
- 100AD - 199AD
- City/Town:
- Cagliari
- Figure:
- -
- Resorts:
- Cagliari,
Sardinia,
- Related:
- Tharros , Su Nuraxi di Barumini,
about Cagliari Amphitheatre
Cagliari Amphitheatre is a rock-hewn Roman amphitheatre dating to the second century AD.
The origins of Cagliari Amphitheatre are obscure, though it is thought to have been built around the 2nd century AD and was certainly in use by the mid-3rd century, as referenced by ancient authors. Cut directly into the rock face and augmented with additional marble construction, the amphitheatre would have been used for a number of events, including gladiatorial games and public executions.
With the fall of the Roman Empire, Cagliari Amphitheatre fell into disuse and, like many other Roman constructs, was partially pillaged for materials over the centuries.
Today Cagliari Amphitheatre is open as a tourist attraction as well as hosting local musical events.
Just as empires rise and fall so do entry fees and opening hours! While we work as hard as we can to ensure the information provided here about Cagliari Amphitheatre is as accurate as possible, the changing nature of certain elements mean we can't absolutely guarantee that these details won't become a thing of the past. If you know of any information on this page that needs updating you can add a comment above or now.
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Address: Paphos, Cyprus
Phone: 070 68 40 00
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