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   The Colosseum (/ ˌ k ɒ l ə ˈ s iː ə m / KOL-ə-SEE-əm; Italian: Colosseo [kolosˈsɛːo]) is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy, just east of the Roman Forum.

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   Sep 11, 2024 · Colosseum, giant amphitheater built in Rome under the Flavian emperors. Unlike earlier amphitheaters, the Colosseum is a freestanding structure of stone and concrete that uses a complex system of vaults. It was the scene of thousands of gladiator combats, contests between men and animals, and mock naval engagements.

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   PArCo Membership Card. Join the community of the Archaeological Park of the Colosseum. Only for you, unlimited access for 12 months to the Palatine Hill, Roman Forum, and Colosseum area.

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   The Colosseum in Rome is a Roman amphitheater built in the 1st century AD and is one of the most famous and visited monuments in the world. Known as the Flavian Amphitheater, it has been included among the seven wonders of the world for its majesty and historical importance.

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   Nov 9, 2009 · Built in 70 A.D., Rome's Colosseum has been the site of celebrations, sporting events and bloodshed. Today, the amphitheater is a major tourist attraction, playing host to 3.9 million visitors ...

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   Oct 19, 2023 · The Colosseum, also named the Flavian Amphitheater, is a large amphitheater in Rome. It was built during the reign of the Flavian emperors as a gift to the Roman people. ...

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   What happened to the Colosseum?

   • Though two-thirds of the original Colosseum has been destroyed over time, the amphitheater remains a popular tourist destination, as well as an iconic symbol of Rome and its long, tumultuous history. Even after the decadent Roman emperor Nero took his own life in A.D. 68, his misrule and excesses fueled a series of civil wars.

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   When was the Colosseum built?

   • Construction of the Colosseum began under Emperor Vespasian in 72 CE and was completed under the reign of his son, Titus, in 80 CE. Its construction was made possible by the urban reform of Rome, which led to the reclamation of the Campus Martius and the creation of the vast area of the Opium Hill.

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   Where is the Colosseum located?

   • The Colosseum (/ ˌkɒləˈsiːəm / KOL-ə-SEE-əm; Italian: Colosseo [kolosˈsɛːo]) is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy, just east of the Roman Forum. It is the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built, and is still the largest standing amphitheatre in the world, despite its age.

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   Why is the Flavian Amphitheatre called the Colosseum?

   • The Flavian Amphitheatre, more commonly known as the Colosseum, stands in the archaeological heart of Rome and welcomes large numbers of visitors daily, attracted by the fascination of its history and its complex architecture. The building became known as the Colosseum because of a colossal statue that stood nearby.

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9. www.worldhistory.org › ColosseumColosseum - World History Encyclopedia

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   May 29, 2018 · The Colosseum or Flavian Amphitheatre is a large ellipsoid arena built in the first century CE by the Flavian Roman emperors of Vespasian (69-79 CE), Titus (79-81 CE) and Domitian (81-96 CE). The massive...