The Colosseum (/ ˌkɒ.lə.ˈsiː.əm / KOL-ə-SEE-əm; Italian: Colosseo [kolosˈsɛːo], ultimately from Ancient Greek word "kolossos" meaning a large statue or giant) is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of …

Dec 16, 2025 · Colosseum, giant amphitheater built in Rome under the Flavian emperors. Unlike earlier amphitheaters, the Colosseum is a freestanding structure of stone and concrete that uses a complex …

The Roman Colosseum is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a must-see sight if you’re visiting Italy’s capital, the Eternal City.

Nov 9, 2009 · Located just east of the Roman Forum, the massive stone amphitheater known as the Colosseum was commissioned around A.D. 70-72 by Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty as …

What was it used for? The Colosseum’s most famous use was for gladiator games. The fighters were usually slaves or prisoners of war, and the games a form of public degradation.

Discover the history, times and book tickets for the Colosseum, the most visited tourist attraction in Rome, with almost 2,000 years of history

History & 3D reconstruction: The Roman Colosseum is one of the most imposing ancient structures, is the biggest and most imposing in the Roman world. It offered

The Colosseum located in the heart of Rome, is one of the most iconic and fascinating monuments in the world. Built between 70 and 80 AD under the empire of Vespasian and completed by his son …

May 29, 2018 · The Colosseum or Flavian Amphitheatre is a large ellipsoid arena built in the first century CE by the Flavian Roman emperors of Vespasian (69 to 79 CE), Titus (79 to 81 CE) and Domitian …

Trace the Colosseum’s 2,000‑year timeline—from Vespasian’s first stone to modern restorations—with key dates, emperors & battles explained.