- Colosseum - Wikipedia
The Colosseum ( ˌkɒləˈsiːəm KOL-ə-SEE-əm; Italian: Colosseo [kolosˈsɛːo], ultimately from Ancient Greek word "kolossos" meaning a large statue or giant) is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy, just east of the Roman Forum
- Colosseum | Rome, Definition, Characteristics, History, Facts . . .
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
- Colosseum - World History Encyclopedia
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)
- Visit The Colosseum in 2025 - Tickets, Location Tips
Below you’ll find useful information to plan your visit, such as opening hours, transport to the Colosseum, information about security and accessibility, and more The Colosseum and underground area, the Hypogeum Where is the Colosseum located? The address of the Colosseum is Piazza del Colosseo, 1, in Rome, Italy
- Colosseum - Dates, Facts Location | HISTORY
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
- Official Website Of Colosseum - Book Official Tickets Today!
Step into the rich history of ancient Rome with a visit to the Colosseum, where gladiators once fought for glory and fame Whether you prefer exploring on your own or want the insights of a local guide, there’s a ticket for every traveler
- The Colosseum. net – The resourceful site on the Colosseum – Online . . .
This website is dedicated to the Colosseum, the greatest amphitheatre of the Roman empire and still the main landmark of the Eternal City, where it was built almost 2000 years ago by the Flavian emperors
- History - Colosseum
With the foundation in place, construction could commence Standing approximately 48m high, the Colosseum was the largest amphitheater in the Roman world It measures 189m by 156m and covers roughly 6 acres of land
|