Amphitheatre of Mérida

The sand-covered arena in the centre had a fossa bestiaria in the center, which was covered with wood and sand.

Its design consists of a grandstand with ima, media and summa cavea, and a central arena.

The stands had a capacity of approximately 15,000 spectators and had supporting stairs and hallways (scalae) that connected the different parts internally.

The ima cavea had a row reserved for the local élite and ten more for members of the public.

There were also two stands located at both sides of the minor axis: one above the main entrance hall and another in front.