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As the largest amphitheatre ever built by the Romans, the Colosseum<\/strong> stands as the iconic building of Rome. In its time, it symbolised the eternal grandeur of the city\u2014an image that endured through the centuries.<\/p>\n

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Overview of the Colosseum<\/p><\/div>\n

Considered by many to be the most majestic Roman monument, it impresses with its scale. Approaching this colossal structure only reinforces that impression, as its mass and architecture continue to dominate the landscape, despite the loss of much of its original stonework. The interior further reveals the vastness of the building: seating tiers, galleries, and the arena evoke the grand spectacles that once took place there, including gladiator and wild animal fights.<\/p>\n

Due to its central place in Rome\u2019s history, the Colosseum remains one of the most admired monuments in the world, attracting millions of tourists each year.<\/p>\n

Presentation of the Colosseum<\/h2>\n

Originally called the Flavian Amphitheatre<\/strong>, in honour of the dynasty of emperors who built it (Vespasian and Titus), the Colosseum in Rome was constructed between 70 and 80 AD. This immense ovoid amphitheatre, located east of the Forum between the Esquiline and Caelian hills, is a feat of Roman architecture and engineering, with a capacity of nearly 50,000 spectators.<\/p>\n

Although it is now partially destroyed, this is not only due to natural wear. Certainly, earthquakes weakened the structure, but its use as a stone quarry contributed most significantly to its deterioration from the Middle Ages onward. Indeed, materials from the Colosseum were reused in the construction of many buildings such as St. Peter’s Basilica<\/strong>.
\u2192 Also read below: Description and architecture of the Colosseum<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practical information and plan a visit to the Colosseum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\"icon<\/a><\/td>Tickets to visit the Colosseum<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
\"icon<\/a><\/td>Hotels, rooms and apartments near the monument<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
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Colosseum<\/strong><\/span>
Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Rome \/ Tel. (0039) 06 39967700 (10\u202fam\u20115\u202fpm daily)
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Opening hours
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Open every day, except December 25th, 1st of January and 3rd of April.
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