Roman circus of Mérida
Circo romano de Mérida
archaeological site in
Mérida
#8 in Mérida
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#375 in Spain
The Roman circus of Mérida, located in Mérida, Spain, is one of the best-preserved examples of a Roman circus in the Iberian Peninsula. Built in the 1st century AD during the reign of Emperor Augustus, this ancient structure was designed for chariot races and could accommodate up to 30,000 spectators. The circus features a long, oval track over 400 meters in length, with a central barrier known as the spina, around which the chariots would race. The site is part of the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, highlighting its significance in Roman history and architecture.
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