Colosseum architects made some changes ... Dave Yoder Most of the hypogeum—from the Greek word for "underground"—was directly beneath the arena floor. The hidden section was two stories ...

For casual visitors, the Colosseum is often seen as a symbol of ancient Rome's architectural prowess and its brutal entertainments. However, the arena's true complexity lies in its sophisticated ...

Explore a plan of the Colosseum to investigate six key areas. Each shows an aspect of the sophisticated technology and planning that lie behind this incredible structure.

We also learned a lot about visiting the Colosseum first-hand. I thought I would share some helpful ideas about choosing the ...

As the most enduring symbol of the Roman Empire and one of the most famous landmarks in the world, the Colosseum receives more than 6 million visitors per year – which means it's not easy to ...

It doesn't include a visit to the Colosseum's underground tunnels. For that, you'll have to book a guided tour. – Laura Itzkowitz The site of many bloody gladiatorial fights, the Colosseum ...

The authority did not list the mark-ups, but the Archaeological Park of the Colosseum which is operated by the Italian Culture Ministry, lists the price for access to the ancient Roman arena at ...

Explore a plan of the Colosseum to investigate six key areas. Each shows an aspect of the sophisticated technology and planning that lie behind this incredible structure.