El-Jem Palace
El Djem Amphitheatre, also known as Théâtre de Djem or the Palace of the Priestess, is one of the most magnificent archaeological sites in North Africa, located in the governorate of Mahdia in Tunisia.
El Djem Amphitheatre is one of the oldest and largest Roman monuments in the world. It was constructed in 238 CE by the order of the Roman emperor to be a massive landmark in Africa rivaling its counterpart in Rome. The amphitheatre was used for various sports and spectacles of the time, including contests involving lions, tigers, gladiators, warriors, combatants, slaves, and many other brutal shows, which nobles of the city and visitors enjoyed.
El Djem Amphitheatre, or Théâtre de Djem, ranks as the third-largest amphitheatre in the world, following the Colosseum in Rome and Capua. Its seating capacity exceeds 35,000 spectators. This great monument is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Today, even after more than 1800 years since its construction, it still hosts performances. However, these performances are suited to our modern times, including music and other gentler forms of art.
