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Delphi is one of the most important places of ancient Greece, where the sanctuary of Apollo and his oracle was located. The church of Apollo, the stadium and the theatre have been preserved to this day.

The ancient theatre was built on a hill, offering the audience views over the sanctuary and the scenery around it. It was built in the 4th century BC and accommodated 5,000 spectators. Although it has been restored, it is in poor condition. Many of its architectural elements are scattered in the vicinity.

The Roman theatre in Bosra, Syria

Bosra is an ancient city, south of Damascus, one of the oldest in the world. It was mentioned in the 14th century BC in Egyptian sources. It was conquered by the Romans in 106 AD and became the capital city of Roman Arabia. The theatre at Bosra was built immediately afterwards and could seat 15,000 spectators. Today, it is one of the best preserved theatres in the world. It boasts wonderful acoustics and 35 rows of seats.

The theatre in Side, Turkey

The ruins of the Roman theatre in Side are in a good condition and include a church, the gate of the city, and a theatre for 15,000 spectators. Side is a popular resort on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. It was founded by Greeks in the 7th century BC and was an important trading centre. In 25 BC, Side became part of the Roman province of Galatia and flourished mainly because of trade with olive oil and slaves. The theatre was the main cultural centre of the city for many years. Its remains were later used for fights and, during the development of Christianity, as a church.