No matter how many times you’ve seen pictures of it or adored it in magnum opus productions like The Gladiator, seeing the grandeur of the Colosseum with your own eyes, especially for the very first time, is an experience you’ll never forget. A timeless symbol of power and courage, the Colosseum is the world’s largest [...]
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The Forum Boarium is an area of Rome where you can see pieces of Roman architecture still standing amidst the modern day city. The Forum is an affordable sightseeing location, and with these facts you’ll be able to plan the perfect trip. What is the Forum Boarium ? The Forum Boarium is actually Rome’s oldest [...]
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It is a common tourist question when visiting Rome the first time : where is the Colosseum located ? The Roman Colosseum, originally known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, was commissioned by Emperor Vespasian in 72 AD but was not completed until AD 80. The Colosseum is located east of the Roman Forum and is 188m [...]
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Since Ben-Hur movie everybody loves a good story about gladiators in Colosseum. The origin of the gladiatorial games is still a matter of debate amongst historians. Many believe the concept is descended from the Etruscan custom of making human sacrifices to celebrate the death of a nobleman. Let's check the facts and learn more about [...]
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