Stadiums Built Over Ancient Ruins and Historic Landmarks
Stadiums are often seen as the beating hearts of modern cities—echoing with cheers, adrenaline, and national pride. But beyond their bright lights and roaring crowds, some of these colossal structures are built on foundations far older and far more mysterious. We’ve expanded our list to 24 stadiums that do more than just host sports—they stand where history once thrived. From soccer arenas perched above Roman amphitheaters to colossal stadiums constructed over ancient temples, battlefields, and forgotten cities, these venues blur the line between the past and present. Whether by design or coincidence, these sites tell layered stories—where athletes now chase glory on grounds that once bore witness to empires, rituals, and revolutions. These 24 stadiums aren’t just places of play—they’re monuments to how civilization evolves, reminding us that even in our most modern expressions of culture, the past is never too far beneath our feet.
