5 Oldest Buildings In The World That Are Still In Use

2. Theatre of Marcellus

Construction Year: 13 BC

Location: Rome, Italy

The Theatre of Marcellus, or Teatro di Marcellus, is the oldest Roman theatre still in existence. It was commissioned by Julius Caesar before his assassination and completed by Caesar Augustus, who dedicated the project to his nephew Marcus Marcellus who died a few years before its completion. Built using brick, concrete, tuff and travertine, it was the largest theatre at that time in the entire Roman Empire. It could host more than 11,000 spectators for performances of dance, drama, and music. The theatre has gone through many changes but it still hosts open-air events and the upper floors are still inhabited by wealthy Roman families. Theatre of Marcellus is ranked second among the oldest buildings in the world that are still in use.