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The Colosseum, Italy.: Historical Landmark

The Colosseum in Rome, Italy is the largest amphitheater ever built that could seat 60,000 people. Built between 70-80 AD under the Flavian emperors Vespasian and Titus, it was used for gladiatorial fights and other entertainments. Though partially ruined over time due to earthquakes and people stealing stones, the Colosseum remains an iconic landmark symbolizing the power of Imperial Rome.

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The Colosseum, Italy.: Historical Landmark

The Colosseum in Rome, Italy is the largest amphitheater ever built that could seat 60,000 people. Built between 70-80 AD under the Flavian emperors Vespasian and Titus, it was used for gladiatorial fights and other entertainments. Though partially ruined over time due to earthquakes and people stealing stones, the Colosseum remains an iconic landmark symbolizing the power of Imperial Rome.

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Historical landmark: Introduction.

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The Colosseum, Italy. Location Regio IV Templum
The Colosseum, also known as
Pacis ("Temple of
the Flavian Amphitheatre is an Peace")
oval amphitheater in the center
Built in 70 to 80 AD
Submitted to: of Rome, Italy. Made
Mr. Abbas Ali Aslam of concrete and sand,[1] it is the
largest amphitheater ever built. Built by Vespasian and Titus
Submitted by:
Mahnoor Tariq It was used
for gladiatorial contests, mock Seating 60,000
(27, Morning)
sea battles, animal hunts, capacity
From BS II.
executions, re-enactments of
famous battles, and dramas Size 2 hectares
based on Classical mythology.
It was later reused for purposes
such as housing, workshops, Height 48 metres
quarters for a religious order,
a fortress, a quarry, and a
Christian shrine.

Although partially ruined


because of damage caused by
Institute of Applied Psychology, earthquakes and stone-robbers,
University of the Punjab, Lahore the Colosseum is still
an iconic symbol of Imperial
Rome. It is one of Rome's most
popular places.

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