Discovery of Third Largest Roman Amphitheatre in Cordoba, Spain

Discovery of Third Largest Roman Amphitheatre in Cordoba, Spain

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The transcript discusses the discovery of the third largest known Roman Amphitheatre, located in Cordoba. It is 178 meters wide, just 10 meters less than the Colosseum in Rome. The ruins were uncovered during construction at Cordoba's University of Veterinary Science. Significant finds include the largest collection of gladiator epigraphs outside Rome and references to a gladiator school in Hispania. Cordoba University plans to transfer stewardship of the site to the city and create an archaeological park.

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What types of epigraphs were found at the site, and why are they important?

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What plans does Cordoba University have for the Roman sites?

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