Together with the nearby gymnasium, theatre and hippodrome it was the location of the famous Actian Games. These games, which featured athletic, equestrian and musical events, were first held in 27 BCE to celebrate the victory of the first Roman emperor Augustus over his adversaries, Marc Antony and his Egyptian wife Cleopatra.
The complex was also the venue for the famous Actian Games, which featured a range of events including athletics, horse riding, and music. These games were first held in 27 BCE to celebrate the Roman emperor's victory over Marc Antony and Cleopatra.