The Roman Theater of Aspendos: The Best Preserved Roman Stage Introduction The Aspendos Theatre is one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world. Built during the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius in the 2nd century CE, it showcases the height of Roman engineering, acoustics, and architectural design. Located in the ancient city of Aspendos in modern-day Turkey, it remains remarkably intact and is still used for performances today. Historical Background Aspendos was originally a prosperou