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The Arena

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Of the outer ring, over 30 metres high, only the ala or "wing" survived the earthquake in 1117. The internal tiers of steps could seat about 30,000 spectators. Every summer since 1913 operas have been held at the Arena, the largest openair theatre of its kind.

The name Arena comes from the Latin word for sand, which covered the area where the games and entertainments were held. It is oval in shape. Its internal axis measures 74 by 44 metres, and its external axis 152 by 123 metres.

type:Historical Buildings
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address:Piazza Bra

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