The Roman amphitheater at Arles--the largest Transalpine amphitheater--is located adjacent to the Roman theater, is found in the northeast portion of the city. The attic story no longer remains, but both levels of the gallery are substantially preserved. The lower level gallery is comprised of 60 arches alternating with Doric piers, while in the upper gallery, the 60 arches are interspersed with attached Corinthian columns. The amphitheater is variously dated. It certainly postdates the Republican colony, as part of the city was pulled down to build the amphitheater. The Flavian date is based on some details of construction. The amphitheater was reused as a fortress in the 8th c. A.C., at which time 4 watchtowers (of which three remain) were
