The different ideologies of Roman and Greek architecture have been contested for many decades. These great feats like the Flavian Amphitheater and the Parthenon help distinguish the two cultures. The amphitheater was built for the entertainment of the Roman people. The Parthenon was built to please the Greek goddess Athena. Just by looking at their goals it is easy to see how their cultures varied. However, it is important to also look at the architectural components to analyze further. The Flavian amphitheater and the Parthenon are both examples of classical Roman and Greek architecture. Both of these architectural achievements have their subtle similarities but also major differences. Although Greek and Roman building styles vary, analyzing the key components of each architecture will reveal similarities. The Flavian Amphitheater was built from 70 AD to 80 AD The Flavian Amphitheater was the largest amphitheater in Rome, 157 feet high and with a perimeter of 1788 feet. It was built to cater to the Roman community and its sporting enjoyment. That said, the entire amphitheater was built for the convenience of the community. It was located in the center of Rome. The amphitheater was built in an oval shape. This feature helped provide viewers with a 360-degree view. There were four overlapping levels. The two lower levels were intended for nobles while the two upper levels were intended for common people. Even though ordinary people sat on the highest seats, they still maintained a view due to the stacked arrangement. The stacked arrangement also allowed for more spectators, around 50,000 could be seated for an event. To filter the 50,000 possible spectators, there were a total of seventy-six admissions. To fix the gaze... at the center of the paper... marble 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 should have. The classical forms of the Parthenon do not limit this temple. The technology had nothing to do with that of 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 entertainment. Using technology to their advantage, the Flavian Amphitheater is still 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 humiliated the people who praised it. One is not greater than the other; both represent two strong communities.