Finally we come to The Colosseum located in the centre of Rome, Italy. This man made structure is considered one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering. With a capacity of 50,000, The Colosseum was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles during the ancient era, and many television shows and films have been made to depict to style of events that were conducted as part of the entertainment.
The Colosseum still stands partially ruined to this very day, with the damage coming as a result of devastating earthquakes and stone robbers. It is the most popular tourist attraction throughout Italy and every Good Friday the Pope leads a torch lit "Way of the Cross" march that starts in the area around the Colosseum.
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