exhedra (Meaning)
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exhedra (n.)
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In ancient Greek architecture, an exhedra was a semicircular or rectangular recess with seats, often found in public spaces for gatherings and discussions.
The exhedra in the Agora of Athens was a popular meeting place for philosophers, poets, and other intellectuals.
The exhedra at the Villa of the Papyri in Herculaneum was a large, semicircular room with a fountain in the center.
The exhedra at the Baths of Caracalla in Rome was a massive, rectangular room with a vaulted ceiling.
