The Colosseum

The Colosseum is a giant amphitheater in the center of the city of Rome, used for the Gladiators fights and public spectacles, during the time of the Roman Empire. Gladiatorial games, animal hunts, executions, reenactments of famous battles, were held at this place for over 500 years, and it is considered an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome, and one of the finest examples of the Roman architecture.