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ITALY · AD 72–80
Colosseum
Colosseo
The Colosseum stands in the heart of imperial Rome. UNESCO lists the city’s historic centre for artistic works spanning nearly three thousand years, and among its ancient monuments the amphitheatre ranks alongside the Pantheon and the Roman and Imperial Forums.
- Original name
- Colosseo
- Country
- Italy
- Period
- AD 72–80
- Civilisation
- Roman
- UNESCO
- On the World Heritage List
- Location
- 41.8902° N, 12.4923° E Open in OpenStreetMap Open in Apple Maps
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A QUESTION FROM THE ROAD
In Rome, which ancient monument is named alongside the Colosseum?
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