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its Arena (First Century B.C.). long period of abandonment entertainment, in 1913: after
Originally constructed to host before it returned to the li- having hosted the premiere of
gladiator combats, it saw a melight with a new form of Aida in that year, it has been
known around the world for
the sounds of opera that emanate from its stage, in addition
to hosting concerts and theatre performances.
The ancient Roman Theatre,
rather, is across the River Adige, erected onto the sloping
side of a high and gorgeous
hill. Meanwhile, the Porta dei
Borsari, the city’s ancient entrance, is also Roman.
Then, Romanesque Verona lies
in its imposing Duomo, as well
as in the Cathedral of St. Zeno,
and in Castelvecchio, which looks out from the banks of the
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