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Roman Theater, Amman

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Roman Theater, Amman

Roman Theater in Amman is a Roman theater located in the Jordanian capital, Amman, on a hill opposite Citadel Hill (Amman Citadel). A Greek inscription on one of the columns indicates that the theater was built in honor of the Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius, who ruled from 138 to 161 AD. The theatre can seat 6000 spectators and is still used today for cultural activities.

Site Information

Country: Jordan

District: Amman Governorate

Category: Historic Cities and Regions

Site History: 2nd Century AD

Oldest Culture: Roman

Later Cultures: Roman

Site Features: Roman Monuments

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Elevation: 758 m

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