“While stands the Coliseum, Rome shall stand;
When falls the Coliseum, Rome shall fall;
And when Rome falls - the World.”
- Lord Byron
I read a
news article recently that reminded me of this memorable quote from Lord Byron. The
Coliseum in Rome is inarguably one of the greatest architectural achievements from history. It is said that they would fill the bottom of the arena with water in order to reenact great naval battles from Rome’s history.
As the superpower of Europe and Northern Africa, Rome had no shortage of supplies and slaves that were necessary put on great spectacles such as this one.
Hippopotamuses and crocodiles were even brought from Egypt to add to the excitement of the battles!
Visitors to the Coliseum today are being given opportunities to see more of the Coliseum than have been previously allowed.
I HIGHLY recommend taking the tour offered.
The lines for tickets for the tour are much shorter than the regular ticket lines, and the tour guides are excellent.
I would budget at least 2 hours to see the Coliseum, take pictures, and visit the gift shop.
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