2 Search Results for "nero"

• Flavian Amphitheater - Roman C

  • From: Vinmiester
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    Built by the Flavian emperors Vespasian and his son Titus, the term “Coliseum” evolved from its having displaced a statue of Nero which, like his ego, had been colossal. Within its walls, the visitor both marvels at the perfection of architectural design and shudders at the scale of violent carnage it once hosted. It stands as evidence that the Roman Empire pursued all endeavors with ruthless efficiency. There is a certain duality here; one of the bloodiest spots on earth now serving as a backdrop to such a peaceful setting. Perhaps as a ruin, we are reminded that its original purpose has long since ended. In fact, it’s far more popular now as a tourist attraction.

  • 6 months ago
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• Exploring Rome!

  • From: blairherzog
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    The classic symbol of ancient Rome, the Colosseum was built in around 70 A.D. The Roman Colosseum was something we very much looked forward to seeing and we really enjoyed it, both inside and out. We learned on our tour that parts of the Colosseum have been rebuilt after crumbling - to support the rest and keep it from collapsing. After finding that out, it's easy to see which parts are newer, particularly the angled parts in front. The name "Colosseum" came from the word "colossal" and it could accomodate over 50,000 people.
  • 1 year ago
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