Tuesday, March 23, 2010

The Coliseum in Rome

The Roman Coliseum is an optical amphitheater in the center of Rome, Italy. This one was the largest ever built in the Roman Empire, it was one of the greatest architectural feats of the Romans. The construction of th building started in 70 to 72 AD under Vespasian. and was completed in 80 AD under Titus. It was capable of seating 50,000 spectators. This was used for gladiatorial fights and public spectacles. Mock sea battles were held, animal hunts, executions, re-enactments of famous battles, and dramas. This building stopped being used in the beginning of the medieval era.
  

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