Arles Amphitheatre: Where Roman Bloodsport Met Van Gogh’s Brush 🏟️🎨

🏛️ Roman Grandeur: Built: 1st century BC (older than the Colosseum!) Size: 136m long, 109m wide, with 120 arches Capacity: 20,000 spectators for chariot races, gladiator battles, and bullfights 🌻 Van Gogh’s Arles Connection: Moved here in 1888 chasing "a different light" 💛 Painted 300+ masterpieces here (Sunflowers, The Yellow House, The Bedroom) Sketched the arena from memory after bullfight season—no blood, just bustling crowds 📸 Photo Tip: Climb to the top tier at sunset—the view over Arles’ rooftops is pure Provençal gold. #VanGoghsArles #RomanRuins #WorldHeritage