The Colosseum (/ ˌkɒləˈsiːəm / 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 …

May 29, 2018 · The Colosseum was famous for being the largest Roman ampitheatre and the host to gladiator fights, mock naval battles, wild animal hunts, and public executions.

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 …

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.

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

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.

Almost 2,000 years old, the Colosseum in Rome is the largest amphitheater in the world. With 450 years of "games in operation," discover more about its history.

Complete Colosseum visitor guide: what to see inside, opening hours, how to get there, and essential tips for your visit to Rome's iconic amphitheater.

6 days ago · The Colosseum (c. 70–82 ce) that replaced Nero’s ornamental lake is more correctly called the Flavian Amphitheatre, after the Flavian dynasty of emperors. It was begun by Vespasian and …