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The Arena in Pula

Pula, Croatia
Ranked #1 of 17 attractions in Pula
4.5 of 5 stars 39 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins, Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Description: The Arena in Pula is a 1st century Roman amphitheatre. The arena is the 6th largest in the world.
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Fort Worth, Texas
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW via mobile

If you are anywhere in the Istrian peninsula of Croatia, make the effort to get to Pula and visit the Roman amphitheater. It is in fine shape and quite fascinating. There happened to be a Neanderthal exhibit there when we visited which was an added thrill, but I'm not surer how long it will be there.

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Milano
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

While what remains of many roman buildings is just a few rocks and grass and you need all your imagination to figure out how it was 2,000 years ago, it isn't the case for this one. I arrived after the visiting hours, but from the outside you already get a very good impression of how it is inside! It is... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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This ancient Roman arena is just breathe taking, to stand under one of the walls and admire the brilliant engineering is a life experience. Take your time and look at the in graving on the walls and the change rooms below. It was built on the side of a cliff so it could have multi levels, brilliant!!!!!! Don't buy anything... More

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Fredrikstad, Norway
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Liked: fantastic accomodation and tours around Disliked: absolutely nothing

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Rovinj, Croatia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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If you are visiting Istria, be sure to visit the Arena in Pula. It is a fascinating collosseum built in the 1st century AD. It is still in quite a good condition, and one of just a few remaining in the world. During the summer it hosts concerts of world famous opera artists and other singers. It definitely deserves your... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

Definitely worth a visit - but we didn't go inside (overpriced entry fee) instead wandered around the perimeter and took all the photos we wanted.

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Saitama, Japan
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66 reviews 66 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

When you visit Pula, this is the place. No visit will be complete without this well-preserved site.

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Pula,Croatia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012
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I like to visit Arena during summer film festival. Watching movies underneath the stars is unforgettable experience.

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Harrow, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012
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Very well preserved Arena and so impressive too, a must see!

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Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

Very well maintained and spectacular Amphiteatar that is a must see for everyone interested in history/culture.

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