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   Why was the Colosseum built?

   • 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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   What is the address of the Colosseum?

   • The address of the Colosseum is Piazza del Colosseo, 1, in Rome, Italy. If you’re in Rome and want to find out how to go to the Colosseum use the following Google Map to find the best route from your current location. The Colosseum is very well serviced by Rome’s extensive public transport network.

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   Who built the Colosseum in Rome?

   • The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen. 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.

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   Why is the Colosseum called the Flavian Amphitheater?

   • The Colosseum was originally known as the Flavian Amphitheater, in honor of the Flavian dynasty. The Colosseum’s main purpose was to host a wide range of public spectacles, particularly gladiator fights, wild animal hunts, and simulated naval battles, thanks to the innovative technology of a vast underground cistern that could be filled with water.

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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. It is the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built, and is still the largest standing amphitheatre in the world, despite its age.

   • Founded: AD 70–80; 1943 years ago

   • Type: Amphitheatre

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   Mar 29, 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 what was Nero ’s Golden House.

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   Learn how to plan your visit to the Roman Colosseum, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Find out about tickets, opening times, transport, security, accessibility, and nearby attractions.

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   Nov 9, 2009 · Learn about the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater in the Roman world, built by Emperor Vespasian and his sons in A.D. 70-80. Discover its origins, uses, destruction and restoration, and its role as a symbol of Rome and its history.

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   Apr 29, 2024 · Visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Palatine, and the Domus Aurea, the largest ancient palace in the world. Discover the history, culture, and events of the Archaeological Park of the Colosseum, a green area in the heart of Rome.

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   Learn about the Colosseum, one of the most famous and visited monuments in the world, built in the 1st century AD as a Roman amphitheater for gladiator shows and battles. Find out how to buy tickets online or at authorized outlets, and explore the archaeological park and nearby attractions.

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    Tickets. Accessibility and services. How to get here. 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.