The Colosseum (built 70 AD - 80 AD) is an elliptical amphitheatre and the largest ever built in the Roman Empire.
With a seating capacity estimated at 50,000 to 70,000, the Colosseum was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles. It was in use for around 500 years with the last recorded games being held there as late as the 6th century, which is well after the traditional date of the fall of Roman empire in 476.
Today, the Colosseum is in a ruined condition, but is the symbol of Rome worldwide and is a major tourist attraction - a must see!!
Next to the Colosseum, towards Palatine Hill, is The Arch of Constantine (Arco di Constantino) erected to commemorate Constantine I's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge on 28 October, 312 AD. Dedicated in 315.
Opening Hours
09:00am to one hour before sunset
Prices
12 Euro (also includes entrance to Palatino & The Roman Forum)
Address
Piazza del Colosseo
(Next the Roman Forum)
Tel: 06 39 96 77 00
How to Get There
Metro Blue Line: Colosseo
External Links
Wikipedia
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