Ancient Greek Theatres Crumbling from Disuse


	Ancient Greek Theatres Crumbling from Disuse

ramsesemerson

4-12-2008 5:53 PM

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greek, ancient history, ancient greece, amphitheatres, theater, theatre

ramsesemerson says:

Just like any old building, theatres need to be used. So do other ancient sites, I imagine.

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4-13-2008 9:28 AM

syncopath

interesting clip. interesting reflection: when not used "it" is dying ....

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