coliseum as it was?

The Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is one of Rome's most iconic monuments and a masterpiece of Roman architecture and engineering. Built between 70 and 80 AD under the emperors Vespasian and Titus, the Colosseum could seat between 50,000 and 80,000 spectators. Its elliptical structure, about 48 metres high, is composed of three orders of arches, made of travertine, tufa and brick, with columns of different styles: Doric, Ionic and Corinthian.

Inside, the amphitheatre was equipped with a complex system of entrances and exits, which allowed for a rapid inflow and outflow of the audience. The floor was covered by a sand arena, under which were the cages for the beasts and the mechanisms for stage effects. The Colosseum was the stage for gladiator fights, naval battles, and hunting shows, reflecting the culture and social practices of the time. Today, the Colosseum is a symbol of the greatness of the Roman Empire and an important tourist site, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.