Colosseum - Wikipedia
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. It is the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built, and is still the largest …
Visiting the Colosseum
The Roman Colosseum is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a must-see sight if you’re visiting Italy’s capital, the Eternal City. Below you’ll find useful information to plan your visit, such as opening hours, transport to the Colosseum, …
Parco archeologico del Colosseo official website
Welcome to the official site of the Parco archeologico del Colosseo. Explore the monuments and areas of the Parco, find out everything going on and organize your visit.
Colosseum ‑ Dates, Facts & Location - HISTORY
Nov 9, 2009 · Located just east of the Roman Forum, the massive stone amphitheater known as the Colosseum was commissioned around A.D. 70-72 by Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty as a gift to the Roman...
Colosseum | Definition, Characteristics, History, & Facts | Britannica
Oct 24, 2024 · Colosseum, giant amphitheater built in Rome under the Flavian emperors. Construction of the Colosseum was begun sometime between 70 and 72 ce during the reign of Vespasian. It is located just east of the Palatine Hill, on the grounds of …
Colosseum - World History Encyclopedia
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).
History of the Colosseum in Rome.
Today, the Colosseum is one of the most visited monuments in the world, an icon of Italian culture and a symbol of the resilience of the city of Rome. It continues to inspire millions of people every year, thanks to its imposing structure and fascinating history spanning the centuries.
The Colosseum - Parco archeologico del Colosseo
Oct 27, 2024 · 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 Colosseum - One of the Seven Wonders of the World
Feb 27, 2023 · The Colosseum is set on the east bank of Rome's river Tiber that crosses the city. It is under a kilometer northeast of the Stadium, just over kilometer east of the Capitol, and east of the ancient Roman Forum, the location of most important buildings, where the population would gather on the large square. The Forum was also the place where ...
BBC - History - The Colosseum: Emblem of Rome
Mar 22, 2011 · Explore the bloody history of the Colosseum - one of Rome's most famous stuctures. Discover how it was built.