Hadrian’s Villa ( Villa Adriana ) 2nd century AD - The Maritime Theatre ( Teatro Marittimo ), Tivoli, Italy

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Hadrian’s Villa ( Villa Adriana ) 2nd century AD - The Maritime Theatre ( Teatro Marittimo ), so called because of its shape and marine architectural decorations such as Tritons, is at the centre of Hadrian’s Villa complex. At its centre of the Teatro Marittimo is a circular islet surrounded by a water filled moat which in turn is surrounded by a circular barrel vaulted portico with 40 Ionic columns. The circular building on the islet consisted of rooms that surrounded a central peristyle which was probably a retreat for Hadrian to escape to. Villa Adriana, Tivoli, Italy. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Location: Villa Adriana Tivoli Italy
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