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The Colosseum in Rome Italy

]]>   The Colloseium in Rome, Italy

Location: The Colosseum
Destination: Central Rome
Country: Italy
Year Taken: 2008

Photographer: Mary Jo Manzanares
Blog: Fly Away Cafe

Completed in 80 AD, the Colosseum is one of the most recognizable structures in the world.

Between the time it was build and the 6th century, it was used for battle reenactments, animal hunts of species collected from across the Roman Empire, as well as other public spectacles and events including public executions and the slaughter of Christians.  But mostly, it hosted gladiatorial contests. 

Some contests or events lasted several months and employed thousands of gladiators. 

The stadium sat 50,000 spectators, including special boxes for dignitaries. _______________________________________________

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