The Colosseum

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Dublin Core

Title

The Colosseum

Description

The Colosseum is one of Rome's most recognizable structures and a testament to the Roman Empire's engineering brilliance. The Colosseum, which was finished in 80 AD under Emperor Titus, could accommodate up to 50,000 people who came to see a variety of public performances, such as fake naval battles, gladiatorial fights, and animal hunts. The amphitheater was one of the most cutting-edge entertainment venues of its era because of its elliptical shape, which provides outstanding visibility from every seat. The Colosseum has experienced earthquakes and other natural disasters over the ages. It continues to stand as a tribute to Roman architecture and culture despite the effects of time. The Colosseum, a well-liked tourist destination, offers a direct link to ancient history and a window into the intricate social and cultural customs of the Roman Empire. Beyond just its outward appearance, it also symbolizes themes of amusement, dominance, and power in ancient communities. The Colosseum continues to inspire both tourists and academics as a symbol of tenacity and preservation today. Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities (Target 11.4): Preservation of digital heritage enhances worldwide education about past civilizations and lessens the physical strain of mass tourism.

Source

is51102025

Contributor

concretedetails

Type

Site

Identifier

1453

Date Submitted

29/03/2025

Extent

cm x cm x cm

Medium

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colosseum#/media/File:Colosseo_2020.jpg

Spatial Coverage

current,41.8902° N,12.4922° E;

Europeana

Europeana Data Provider

The Colosseum

Europeana Type

TEXT

Site Item Type Metadata

Institutional nature

Building

Status

public

Condition

1

Contact

wy28@st-andrews.ac.uk

Citation

“The Colosseum,” STAGE, accessed December 13, 2025, https://stage.openvirtualworlds.org/omeka/items/show/3877.

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