'Turkey's Colosseum' unearthed in remote fig orchard

‘Turkey’s Colosseum’ unearthed in remote fig orchard
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Rome | A Roman amphitheatre that would have hosted gladiator contests has been discovered in Turkey after lying hidden for centuries.
The arena, which could seat around 20,000 spectators, was found near the ancient city of Mastaura in the western province of Aydin, inland from the Aegean coast.
The stone arches that formed the outer walls of the amphitheatre are visible but most of the structure is buried under centuries of soil deposits. 
It is believed to have been constructed 1800 years ago and would have hosted gladiatorial contests as well as fights involving wild animals.

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