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🏛️ Roman Amphitheatre of Theveste (Tebessa)

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🏛️ Roman Amphitheatre of Theveste (Tebessa)
Monumental Arena of Roman Entertainment in North Africa


🕐 2 min read · Updated 2 Apr 2026 at 21:32
📌 Fast Facts
  • Built in the 2nd century CE during Roman imperial rule
  • Elliptical arena approximately 120 meters in length
  • Estimated seating capacity of 17,000–20,000 spectators
  • Located in Tebessa, Algeria; key archaeological landmark in Roman North Africa

The Roman Amphitheatre of Theveste, located in present-day Tebessa, Algeria, is a prominent example of Roman urban entertainment ...

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