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The ruins of an ancient stadium where chariot races would have been held. Slightly outside of the city centre, and the entrance is only on the end closes to the city. Walking to the wrong side of the stadium is easy to do. Ticket required for entry.
The Roman circus of Mérida is a Roman circus in the Roman colonia of Emerita Augusta –present-day Mérida, Spain–, capital of the Roman province of Lusitania. Used for chariot racing during ancient Rome, it was modelled on the Circus Maximus in Rome and other circus buildings throughout the Empire. Measuring more than 400 m (1,300 ft) in length and 30 m (98 ft) width, it could house up to 30,000 spectators. Although currently in ruins, it is one of the best preserved examples of Roman circus.
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Spectacular collection of mosaics and sculptures. Does not accept combo ticket. Entry €3.
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Uncovered section of foundation of the old city forum, with a few reconstructed columns.
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