“The Roman Amphitheater” .. An Architectural Imprint And A Tourist Destination ِ Amman - Jordan Stock Photography

“The Roman Amphitheater” .. an architectural imprint and a tourist destination ِ Amman - Jordan This magnificently restored theatre is the most obvious and impressive remnant of Roman Philadelphia, and is the highlight of Amman for most foreign visitors. The theatre itself is cut into the northern side of a hill, and has a seating capacity of 6000. The best time for photographs is the morning, when the light is soft – although the views from the top tiers just before sunset are also superb.The theatre was probably built in the 2nd century AD during the reign of Antonius Pius (AD 138–61). It was built on three tiers: the rulers, of course, sat closest to the action, the military secured the middle section, and the general public perched and squinted from the top rows. Theatres often had religious significance, and the small shrine above the top row of seats once housed a statue of the goddess Athena (now in the Jordan Museum), who was prominent in the religious life of the city.