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Miletus
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The theater of Miletus. Photo Marco Prins. The Graeco-Roman theater of Miletus. It was built in the fourth century, but rebuilt by the Roman, who tripled its size. From now on, 15,000 people could see a tragedy, comedy, or a gladiatoral contest.
The theater of Miletus. Photo Marco Prins. The theater of Miletus. On top of it are the remains of a fortress from the Byzantine age.
The theater of Miletus. Photo Marco Prins. The theater of Miletus. In the background the former island Lade.
Decoration of the theater of Miletus. Photo Marco Prins. Decoration of the theater of Miletus: griffins.
Decoration of the theater of Miletus. Photo Marco Prins. Decoration of the theater of Miletus: erotes fighting as gladiators, hunting animals.
Decoration of the theater of Miletus. Photo Marco Prins. Decoration of the theater of Miletus: erotes fighting as gladiators, hunting animals.
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