Barcelona Roman amphitheatre and circus facts for kids
Imagine a huge stadium from ancient Roman times right in the middle of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain! That's what the Barcelona Roman amphitheatre might have been. Today, it's completely gone and hidden, so we can't see it. Some people also think there might have been a Roman circus, which was like a racetrack, in another part of the city.
The Mystery of Its Location
A Spanish archaeologist named Jordina Sales has a theory about where this amphitheatre might have been. She believes that some oval-shaped buildings and streets around the Santa Maria del Mar church could show where the amphitheatre once stood. This area is in the Ribera district of Barcelona.
Sales suggests that Argenteria street might be an old Roman road. This road could have connected the Roman city wall to the amphitheatre's entrances. However, it's important to know that so far, no strong archaeological finds or old documents have been discovered to prove this idea. It remains a fascinating hypothesis!
Other Hidden Roman Stadiums
It's not unusual for ancient Roman amphitheatres to be hidden under modern cities. For example, a well-known Roman amphitheatre was found beneath London's Guildhall Art Gallery. This shows that even if we can't see them, these amazing structures might still be waiting to be discovered under our feet!
See also
In Spanish: Anfiteatro y circo romanos de Barcelona para niños
