Colosseum - ROME

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The Colosseum or Coliseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is a oval amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy. Built of travertine, tuff, and brick-faced concrete, it is the largest amphitheatre ever built. The Colosseum is situated just east of the Roman Forum.

  • Location: Rome, Italy
  • Built in: 70–80 AD
  • Length: 188 m (616 ft)
  • Width: 156 m (511 ft)
  • Height: 48,5 m (159 ft)
  • Viewers: 50,000 - 80,000