Ruins of the Roman amphitheatre in ancient Carthage, photograph by Carole Raddato, Tunisia, 12 February, 2023.
The Roman amphitheatre in Carthage, located in modern-day Tunis, was built in the 1st century or the early 2nd century CE. It was once one of the largest in the Roman Empire, with a capacity of 30,000 spectators. The amphitheatre hosted a variety of events, such as gladiatorial combat, wild beast hunts, and, eventually, public executions of criminals and Christians. Notably, Saints Perpetua and Felicity were martyred there on March 7, 203 CE, during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, for refusing to renounce their faith. In 1887, a cross was erected in the centre in memory of the martyrdom of Christians, including Perpetua and Felicity.
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