UK dig finds Roman amphitheatre
British archaeologists have unearthed an amphitheatre at a ancient port outside Rome which may have played host to emperors such as Hadrian and Trajan.
The team, led by the University of Southampton, say the arena could have held up to 2,000 people and been used for gladiator games or animal baiting.
It was found inside a gigantic imperial-style palace within the well-preserved old harbour of Portus.
Experts said the entire site deserved greater recognition.
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The team, led by the University of Southampton, say the arena could have held up to 2,000 people and been used for gladiator games or animal baiting.
It was found inside a gigantic imperial-style palace within the well-preserved old harbour of Portus.
Experts said the entire site deserved greater recognition.