Roman Circus of Mérida

Local nameCirco Romano
LocationBadajoz, Spain

The Roman circus of Mérida is a ruined Roman circus in Mérida, Spain. Used for chariot racing, it was modelled on the Circus Maximus in Rome and other circus buildings throughout the Empire. Measuring more than 400 m in length and 30 m of width, it is one of the best preserved examples of Roman circus. It could house up to 30,000 spectators.

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Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_circus_of_Mérida

Address Circo Romano de Mérida, Calle Cuacos de Yuste, Mérida 06800, Spain

Coordinates 38°55'12.22" N -6°19'55.19" E

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