Roman Circus, Amphitheater, or Theater? Architectural differences and the legacy of Cartagena
Roman urban planning relied heavily on public entertainment to project imperial power, maintain social order, and foster civic identity. Across the Roman Empire, cities featured monumental structures built specifically for performance, athletic competition, and mass spectacle. However, modern visitors and English speakers frequently conflate three distinct architectural types: the theater (theatrum), the amphitheater (amphitheatrum), and […]