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On February 25, 2019
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Where is the Colosseum and How to Get there?

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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Gladiators in Colosseum, know the History of the Roman’s Games

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 [...]