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    Colosseum ‑ Dates, Facts & Location - 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. No fewer than four emperors took the throne in the tumultuous year after Nero’… See more

    Building of the Colosseum

    After nearly a decade of construction—a relatively quick time period for a project of such a grand scale—Titus officially dedicated the Colosseum in A.D. 80 with a festival incl… See more

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    The Colosseum: A Grand Amphitheater

    Measuring some 620 by 513 feet (190 by 155 meters), the Colosseum was the largest … See more

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    The Colosseum Over the Centuries

    The Colosseum saw some four centuries of active use, until the struggles of the Western Roman Empire and the gradual change in public tastes put an end to gladiatorial … See more

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    LocationRegio III Isis et Serapis, Rome, Italy
    BuilderVespasian, Titus
    FoundedAD 70–80
    TypeAmphitheatre
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  2. In A.D. 80, Vespasian’s son Titus opened the Colosseum—officially known as the Flavian Amphitheater—with 100 days of games, including gladiatorial combats and wild animal fights. After four centuries of active use, the magnificent arena fell into neglect, and up until the 18th century it was used as a source of building materials.

    Colosseum ‑ Dates, Facts & Location - HISTORY

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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.

    Colosseum | Definition, Characteristics, History, & Facts | Britannica

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    Why is it called the Colosseum?
    It only started to be called the Colosseum in the Middle Ages. Dr. Zucker: [1:56] That was because there had been a colossal statue next to it. Dr. Frischer: [2:00] A statue of the sun god that the emperor Hadrian moved right next to the Colosseum. It was about 100 feet tall. It was really massive.

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    Who built the Colosseum in Rome?
    The inside view of the Colosseum in Rome. Since Vespasian died before the completion, the construction, taking only eight years for such a grand project overseen by the Roman engineers and craftsmen but done largely by Jewish slaves, was under Titus and his brother and successor, Domitian, in the final stages.

    The Colosseum - One of the Seven Wonders of the World

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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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    What was the Colosseum used for?
    The Colosseum was used to host gladiatorial shows as well as a variety of other events. The shows, called munera, were always given by private individuals rather than the state. They had a strong religious element but were also demonstrations of power and family prestige and were immensely popular.

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    How old is the Roman Colosseum?
    From the date of its completion in 80 AD, when it was still known as the Flavian Amphitheater, it is one thousand nine hundred and thirty-seven years old, making it one of the oldest and best preserved human-made structures in the world. The Roman Colosseum has a long and rich history.

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    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).

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    How the Colosseum Was Built—and Why It Was an …

    Jul 15, 2022 · Learn about the history and engineering of the iconic Roman amphitheater, funded by the spoils of the First Jewish-Roman War and built by the Flavian Dynasty. Discover how the Colosseum reflected Roman …

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    The History of the Colosseum: Rome's Iconic Ancient Landmark

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    Colosseum Facts | Britannica

    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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    Oct 19, 2023 · Learn about the history and features of the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater in ancient Rome. Find out how it was built, used, and preserved over the centuries.

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    The Roman Colosseum: Facts about the gladiatorial arena

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  23. Parco archeologico del Colosseo
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