Ruins · Spain · Extremadura
Roman Theatre of Merida
A beautifully preserved Roman theatre, still used for classical drama in summer.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Roman Theatre of Merida matters
Merida was a major provincial capital of the Roman Empire, and it still has a Roman theatre, amphitheatre, bridge and aqueduct. The theatre has tiered seating and a restored stage with columns. In summer, it hosts a classical theatre festival, so ancient plays are performed in the place they were written for.
Talking points
- The city has a collection of Roman monuments.
- A summer festival stages classical theatre here.
- It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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