Ankara Roman Theater, Ankara
The Ankara Roman Theater, situated in the Ulus district of Alt谋nda臒 in Ankara, is an ancient structure whose exact construction date remains unknown. However, it is believed to have been built in the 2nd century AD.
The theater was discovered during excavations carried out between 1982 and 1986, led by the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. The excavations uncovered various components of the theater, including vaulted parados buildings, upholstered orchestra, audience seats, stage sections, and walls. As a result of the findings, the building was designated as the 1st and 2nd nature-protected area on February 25, 1992.
Subsequently, between 2009 and 2010, further excavations were conducted, and the Ankara Metropolitan Municipality took over the site. The restoration project involved creating a three-dimensional model of the theater in its original state, and a decision was made to fully renovate the cave portion. However, some experts criticized the use of white marble to cover the seating section, as the original construction used Ankara stone.
The theater was discovered during excavations carried out between 1982 and 1986, led by the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. The excavations uncovered various components of the theater, including vaulted parados buildings, upholstered orchestra, audience seats, stage sections, and walls. As a result of the findings, the building was designated as the 1st and 2nd nature-protected area on February 25, 1992.
Subsequently, between 2009 and 2010, further excavations were conducted, and the Ankara Metropolitan Municipality took over the site. The restoration project involved creating a three-dimensional model of the theater in its original state, and a decision was made to fully renovate the cave portion. However, some experts criticized the use of white marble to cover the seating section, as the original construction used Ankara stone.
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Sight Name: Ankara Roman Theater
Sight Location: Ankara, Turkey (See walking tours in Ankara)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Ankara, Turkey (See walking tours in Ankara)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles