Historical SiteItaly
Colosseum
About
An ancient amphitheater in the center of Rome, Italy. The largest ancient amphitheater ever built, it could hold up to 80,000 spectators for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles.
Coordinates
41.8902°N, 12.4922°E
✨Fun Facts
1
Construction took only 8 years (72-80 AD)
2
It had a retractable awning system called velarium
3
Free admission was provided to all Roman citizens
4
Naval battles were sometimes staged inside