Amphitheater in Arles, France
From series “Ancient Amphitheaters and Arenas, That Are Still Operational”
In Arles is a huge and incredibly beautiful antique amphitheater. It was built in 90 AD and is distinguished by its impressive size. Originally, the theater was designed for 20000 spectators. Such a large amphitheater was built not accidentally, it was used for large-scale battles, as well as chariot races. Now in summer, a completely restored arena is used for bullfighting, various concerts and theatrical performances.
Like many other ancient theaters, from the 6th century the amphitheater in Arles has been used as a fortress. It was here that local residents sheltered from the barbarians. In the shortest possible time the ancient theater was completely converted into a fortification structure. Inside, more than 200 buildings for various purposes were erected, including residential buildings, as well as two churches. At the end of the 18th century, city authorities decided to begin reconstruction of the amphitheater. At this time people still lived in its walls.
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Apotheek: 'Pharmacie des Arènes' in 0.2 km
Police station: 'Commissariat de police' in 14 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'L Andaluz' in 0.07 km
Railway station: 'Arrêt de Jonquières-Saint-Vincent' in 15 km
Nearest airports:
» Garons Airport FNI - in 19 km
» Istres Le Tube Airport QIE - in 30 km
» Caumont Airport AVN - in 33 km
» Provence Airport MRS - in 54 km
» Mediterranee Airport MPL - in 55 km
» Garons Airport FNI - in 19 km
» Istres Le Tube Airport QIE - in 30 km
» Caumont Airport AVN - in 33 km
» Provence Airport MRS - in 54 km
» Mediterranee Airport MPL - in 55 km
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Top destination around Amphitheater in Arles - Arles
For centuries, residents of Arles used baths which are also called thermae. Nowadays, tourists visit them to learn more about the Roman period in the history of the city, especially, about the period of Constantine. The thermae is situated in the northern part of the city. Do you want to take a bath here? Unfortunately, this is not possible, but tourists can walk in ancient corridors and explore the building. Constantine himself walked in these corridors when he was visiting baths to wash off the dirt left from bloody battles.
France has a well-developed system of railway roads. This is the reason why the most popular way to reach Arles is by train. It departs from the Avignon station, and the transit time will take only twenty minutes. Of course, there are other routes as well. The transit time from Nimes is only twenty-five minutes. The road to Arles from Marseilles will be somewhat longer – 45 minutes. The ride from Montpellier is the longest – it will take roughly one hour. For car rides, route A53 is preferable as it will take you directly to Arles.
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France has a well-developed system of railway roads. This is the reason why the most popular way to reach Arles is by train. It departs from the Avignon station, and the transit time will take only twenty minutes. Of course, there are other routes as well. The transit time from Nimes is only twenty-five minutes. The road to Arles from Marseilles will be somewhat longer – 45 minutes. The ride from Montpellier is the longest – it will take roughly one hour. For car rides, route A53 is preferable as it will take you directly to Arles.
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