Amphitheatre

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Amphitheatre

An amphitheatre (or amphitheater) is a type of structure. It is a flat area, surrounded by an area that ascends gradually. In the ascending area, people can be seated. Today, such structures are used for presentations, but also spectator sports.

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The Ancient Theatre of Delphi
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The amphitheatre of Arles
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The Bryce Canyon natural Amphitheatre

In Ancient Rome, these structures were used to entertain the population. Gladiator combats, athletics and executions were staged there.[1]

Natural amphitheatre

A natural amphitheatre is a natural formation of rocks or cliffs, which resemble a man-made amphitheatre.

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