Odeion of Patros

This Roman theater dates to the middle of the 2nd century CE. Like so many archaeological sites, this was buried and the land reused for different purposes. One of those purposes was a cemetery. Hence the sarcophagi in the 1st picture that were excavated here. The ancient structure was rediscovered accidentally during construction work of the port. It has since been restored, seats about 2,500, and is used for various performances and festivities.
The 1st picture is the outer wall behind the stage. The 2nd picture is the restored amphitheater. The 3rd picture looks down on the stage from the top is the seats in the 2nd picture.
The 4th picture is an entrance arch, and the 5th picture is of unrestored ancient stairs up to the seats. The last picture is the backstage area. The outer wall in the 1st picture is to the left.Read more