The different ideologies of Roman and Greek architecture have been contested for many decades. These great achievements like the Flavian Amphitheater and the Parthenon help to distinguish the two cultures. The amphitheater was built for the entertainment of the Roman people. The Parthenon was built to appease the Greek goddess Athena. Just looking at their goals, it's easy to see how much their cultures varied. However, it is important to also examine the architectural components for deeper analysis. The Flavian Amphitheater and the Parthenon are both examples of classical Roman and Greek architecture. These two architectural achievements have subtle similarities as well as major differences. Although Greek and Roman building styles vary, analyzing the key elements of each architecture will highlight similarities. The Flavian Amphitheater was built between 70 and 80 CE. The Flavian was the largest amphitheater in Rome measuring 157 feet and with a perimeter of 1788 feet. It was built to meet the needs of the Roman community and their enjoyment of sport. That being said, the entire amphitheater was built for the comfort of the community. It was located in the center of Rome. The amphitheater was built in an oval shape. This feature made it possible to give a panoramic view to spectators. There were four levels stacked. The lower two levels were for nobles and the upper two levels were for common people. Even though ordinary people were sitting on higher seats, they still retained a visual thanks to the stacked layout. The stacked layout also allowed for more spectators, with around 50,000 people able to be seated for one event. To help filter the possible 50,000 spectators, there were a total of seventy-six entries. To shelter the specter... middle of paper ...... arble was often used in Greek arts. However, the precious white marble used in the Parthenon absorbed light beautifully. The Greeks were the best at working marble and leaving it with the natural integrity it was supposed to have. The classical ways of the Parthenon do not limit this temple. The technology was nothing like the Romans, but the Greeks didn't need it. Overall, the Parthenon and the Flavian Amphitheater served very different purposes. The Romans wanted to immerse their society in pleasure and enjoyment. Using technology to their advantage, the Flavian Amphitheater still remains a symbol of their lifestyle. The Greeks believed in honoring the gods and goddesses for their help. The Parthenon was a great temple but it was a lesson in humility for those who praised it. One is not greater than the other; they both represent two strong communities.