Neapolis Archaeological Park

Siracusa was founded in the 8th century BC by Greek colonists. As Siracusa grew, Neopolis became the new part of town created by the Greeks.  Rome took the reins in 212 AD and for many centuries this was a prosperous Mediterranean city.  The archaeological wonders that are found in the Neopolis Archaeological Park, located on Terminite Hill, provide solid evidence of both the Greek and Roman influence.

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Siracusa - Neopolis

Entance to Neopolis Archaelogical Park

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American tourists at the Archaelogical Park

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Greek amphitheater (Teatro Greco) from 5th century BC

Siracusa - Neopolis

The Teatro Greco was carved from the hillside

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Teatro Greco's circular "stage"

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seats carved in place from the limestone

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Large tomb with internal waterfall

Siracusa - Neopolis

Closeup of internal waterfall

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Inside a tomb

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Twin tombs

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Bob explores Teatro Greco

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A tower overlooks Teatro Greco. Broadcast booth?

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Nancy - The Tomb Raider?

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Exploring the Park

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One of many limestone quarries

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Approaching the most famous quarry - The Ear of Dionysius

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Entrance to the Ear of Dionysius

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Inside the Ear of Dionysius

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The cave of the rope makers

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Once there was a high road

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This was once a great pillar

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The Roman Amphitheater - oval stage

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Bob and Donna examine Teatro Romano

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Nancy and Donna at the theater (Teatro Romano)

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Entrance to Roman Amphitheater

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Across from the park, the Church of the Weeping Madonna

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