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Greco-Roman Theater


Greco-Roman Theater
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Copyright: Tibor Plank (plank) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 50 W: 3 N: 59] (2035)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-02-28
Categories: Architecture
Exposure: f/11, 1/320 seconds
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Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-03-29 6:44
Viewed: 289
Points: 4
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KOURION - CYPRUS

An important ancient city kingdom, and one of the most interesting and spectacular archaeological sites on the island with excavations still bringing new treasures to light. The magnificent Greco-Roman Theater was originally built in the 2nd century BC and enlarged in the 2nd century AD. It is now fully restored and used for musical and theatrical performances. The House of Eustolios was originally a private villa, and in the early Christian period became a public recreation center. It consists of a complex of Baths and a number of rooms with beautiful 5th century AD mosaic floors. The Early Christian Basilica dated to the 5th century was probably the Cathedral of Kourion with a baptistery attached to the north side. The House of Achilles and the House of the Gladiators have beautiful mosaic floors. The Nymphaeum dedicated to water nymphs is still under excavation by the Cyprus Department of Antiquities. The Stadium lies a km to the west on the right side of the road to Paphos, and is dated to the 2nd century AD.
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sharp,clear snap excellent geometric presentation

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  • JOya Silver Star Critiquer [C: 21 W: 3 N: 0] (299)
  • [2009-03-29 8:10]

Great tones and fine lighting.



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