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Isn't at least part of that because an amphitheater, by the nature of its shape, is more likely to survive for millenia than an enclosed, rectangular office building?


Reinforced concrete isn't really meant to last.


True. On the other hand, Roman concrete is pretty damn amazing stuff.


Stone will last much more than concrete and steel.




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