Attractions of Pompeii

Although Pompeii was a prominent trading centre for the Roman Empire, it also acted as a popular tourist town. Attractions such as the amphitheatre as well as the features of the triangular forum both increased the levels of people visiting the town and provided much information regarding the activities those in the Roman Empire enjoyed.
In the Triangular Forum, there were many attractions such as theatre and poetry recitals.Although these were popular, the main attraction of the town was its renowned amphitheatre. The Pompeii amphitheatre was at the centre of gladiatorial contests in the Campania region in Italy, evidenced by the location of barracks around the town.
The amphitheatre brought much wealth to the city as it could seat 25,000, however in 59AD a riot broke out between Pompeiian and the neighbouring Nucerian fans after a heated battle between gladiators of the town. As a result, such events were banned in the town for ten years. This forced the town to diversify its make-up, whilst remaining stable. Despite the ill effects the closure of the amphitheatre had on the town for ten years , the re-opening of the amphitheatre caused a new wave of popularity and recognition for the town