7 Man Made Wonders Of The World

Colosseum

Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty initiated its construction in 72 AD and his son Titus completed it in 80 AD. The Colosseum was designed to host various public spectacles, such as gladiator games, theatrical performances, and animal hunts. During the opening ceremonies of the Colosseum, 100 days of non-stop spectacles were held, in which over 5,000 animals and 2,000 gladiators lost their lives.

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