Symbol of Rome
Neighborhood: San Giovanni - Termini - Colle Oppio - San Lorenzo
Nearest Train: Linea B: Colosseo
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No visit to Rome is complete without seeing its magnificent Colosseum, a vast amphitheatre with seating for 55,000 that was designed as a horse racing circuit and arena for animal fighting and gladiatorial battles. After its completion, spectacular 100-day celebrations were organized as part of the opening ceremony in 72 BC. Its name is believed to come from Nero's enormous statue of Colossus that stood close by.
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Maratona di Roma (Rome Marathon)Mar 21st, 2010
The Rome Marathon is appreciated not only by sports lovers and athletes but also by all the Roman citizens. This is due to the wealth of activities, including concerts and other cultural events that take place around the city at the same time. The marathon's fame is mostly due to the fact that the course stretches around the capital's most famous attractions. It is a pride for many who run here at this marathon in the historic Rome and also it sure does test your physical endurance. Famous athletes like Alberico Di Cecco have braved the run and broken old records. Do call for registration details and race route.
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You need a guide
We had a guide telling us of the history other wise it would have been like many other ruins in the ...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 20 2008
Such an experience
The colliseum was great. The gladiators took pictures with us for free b.c we used our camera.They a...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 01 2008
It was great, we hope to return soon.
I went to Rome with my friends and lasted two weeks. We had lots of fun because we never stoped visi...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jun 09 2008
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