Colosseum

– Name:
– Originally named amphitheatrum in Latin
– Modernly known as Flavian Amphitheatre
– No evidence of the Flavian name in classical antiquity
– Commonly referred to as the Colosseum
– Unofficially named Amphitheatrum Caesareum in antiquity

– Location:
– Situated in the center of Rome, Italy
– East of the Roman Forum
– Specifically located in Regio III Isis et Serapis
– Coordinates: 41.89028°N, 12.49222°E
– Part of the Augustan Rome region

– Type:
– Categorized as an amphitheatre
– Considered the largest ancient amphitheatre
– Still the largest standing amphitheatre globally
– Constructed with travertine limestone, tuff, and brick-faced concrete
– Had a seating capacity of 50,000 to 80,000 spectators

– History:
– Builders were Vespasian and Titus
– Construction initiated in AD 72
– Completed in AD 80 under Titus
– Further modifications made during Domitian’s reign
– Associated with the Flavian dynasty

– Significance:
– Used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles
– Hosted events like animal hunts and re-enactments of battles
– Ceased entertainment functions in the early medieval era
– Listed as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World
– A symbol of Imperial Rome and a major tourist attractionhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colosseum