The Colosseum is located in the heart of Rome, Italy. It is the largest ancient amphitheater ever built, and is still the largest standing amphitheater in the world, despite its age. /CFP
The Colosseum was the largest amphitheater built during the Roman Empire. It was a venue for gladiator fights, executions, and animal hunts. /CFP
The Colosseum was the largest amphitheater built during the Roman Empire. It was a venue for gladiator fights, executions, and animal hunts. /CFP
The Colosseum is located in the heart of Rome, Italy. It is the largest ancient amphitheater ever built, and is still the largest standing amphitheater in the world, despite its age. /CFP
The Colosseum, also called the Flavian Amphitheater, is a giant amphitheater built in Rome during the rule of the Flavian emperors (69-96 AD). It is located just east of Palatine Hill and could seat some 50,000 spectators in ancient times. The Colosseum was the venue for thousands of hand-to-hand combats between gladiators, contests between men and animals, and for many larger combats including mock naval engagements.