The Colosseum was so much more than just a stage for gladiatorial combat. It was an intricately designed venue at the center of a state-funded industry that was designed to entertain the Roman masses. #LostTreasuresOfRome is now streaming on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic History

How was the Colosseum in Rome created in just 10 years? #HistoryDocumentary #AncientHistory #romanempire #rome #colosseum | Odyssey - Ancient History

Built in the first century, the Colosseum once seated thousands of spectators. Centuries later, it remains the largest amphitheater in the world. #LostTreasuresOfRome is now streaming on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic History

New discoveries and research reveal the history of Rome’s Colosseum and its gladiators. Archaeologists explore the buildings extraordinary design and uncover how the structure looked at its opening games. Discover its historical secrets which played a role in Rome’s rise and fall. Watch Colosseum: Rise & Fall from Sunday 22nd June at 8pm, on National Geographic UK. | National Geographic UK

Get up close & personal with the ancient Romans with a guided tour of the Colosseum 🇮🇹 Walk through the grand entrance gates and the arena floor, explore the underground hypogeum tunnels, and get a birds-eye view from the top of the grand stadium. Book a guided tour of the Colosseum → https://bit.ly/3PVwgnz | Viator