colosseum - Blogs - Tripatini2024-03-28T09:42:32Zhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/colosseumGet the Most out of Rome’s Magnificent Colosseumhttps://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/get-the-most-out-of-rome-s-magnificent-colosseum-12018-09-10T11:09:57.000Z2018-09-10T11:09:57.000Zamit singhhttps://tripatini.com/members/amitsingh622<div><p class="p1"><span class="s1">Even if you’ve never been to Rome, you will have heard of the Colosseum.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> It is, without fail, the most important attraction in all of Italy.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> And, for a good reason, the Colosseum not only highlights the majesty and romance of this most beautiful of Mediterranean cities, but the storied history of an entire nation.</span></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>Quick History</strong></span></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1">Located at the eastern end of the Roman Forum you will find the Colosseum.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> The mammoth structure was commissioned by Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty between 70-71 AD and was built to serve as an amphitheater, space where gladiatorial contests and spectacles could be put on.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> When it was finally finished in 80 AD, it was opened by Emperor Titus, son of former Emperor, Vespasian, and 100 days of continuous games marked its unveiling. </span></p><p class="p2"><span class="s1"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300054,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300054,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9009300054?profile=original" /></a></span></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1">Romans from all across the country flocked to the Colosseum to watch spectacular displays of violence.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> Gladiators were pitted against each other prisoners or slaves and wild animals imported from the far reaches of the Roman Empire.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> Here, there were also dramatic reenactments of glorious Roman victories, most famous of which involved the flooding of the entire Colosseum.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> It was a space of great importance and of great entertainment, no matter how barbaric, and existed for four centuries before it fell into neglect and disrepair. </span></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1">Although two-thirds of the original Colosseum has been lost to time, it still stands impressively in the center of Rome, an iconic symbol for an iconic city. </span></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><strong><span class="s1">What to see</span></strong></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1">The Colosseum is well worth your time and much more of it than a quick selfie out front.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> There’s plenty to see inside and plenty of different ways to see it.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> You can explore the arena floor, where all the action happened, and reimagine the blood-soaked sands that once covered them.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> Then, head underground to the Hypogeum.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> This was where the gladiators, slaves, prisoners, and animals were kept before games began.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> And, then make your way up top to the third tier of the Colosseum for a truly stunning perspective of the scale of the structure and spectacular views.</span></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300464,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300464,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9009300464?profile=original" /></a></span></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1">You can take a self-guided tour if you want to explore at your own speed.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> If you want to keep up to speed with what you’re looking at, then be sure to grab an audio guide.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> Of course, if you’d rather, grab a tour guide.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> They’ll be able to tell you about everything, and if you’ve got any questions, you have a knowledgeable person to direct them at. </span></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><strong><span class="s1">Get the most out of your trip</span></strong></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1">Only certain tickets will give you access to certain parts of the Colosseum.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> If you want to explore the Hypogeum and the top tier, then you have to get more than a basic Colosseum ticket.</span></p><p class="p2"><span class="s1"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300670,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009300670,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9009300670?profile=original" /></a></span></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1">It’s also worth remembering that the Colosseum is one of the most visited attractions in all of Rome and so there will be big crowds.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> In order to avoid having to wait in line and potentially miss out on a great experience, look to buy your tickets online beforehand.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> Keep an eye out for fast track, and skip the line options too as these will get you in even quicker!</span></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>For a really special experience</strong></span></p><p class="p2"></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1">If you’re after a really special experience, then you should definitely check out <a href="https://dotravel.com/tour/show/2353/rome-colosseum-night-tour" target="_blank">night tours of the Colosseum</a>.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> There is nothing quite like seeing the structure backlit and under cover of moonlight.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> It is spectacular.</span></p><p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}9009301087,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" src="{{#staticFileLink}}9009301087,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="9009301087?profile=original" /></a></span></p></div>