The Flavian Amphitheater, symbol of the greatness of Rome, better known as the Colosseum for the colossal bronze statue depicting Nero that was nearby, stands in the archaeological heart of Rome.

Its construction began in 70 AD and ended in 80 AD under the empire of Titus, son of Vespasian.

189 meters long, 156 meters wide, for a height of over 48 meters, the Colosseum covers an area of 24,000 square meters and could accommodate about 50,000 spectators. It is composed of four overlapping architectural orders; the first three are made up of eighty arches framed by semi-columns, the fourth is divided into squares interspersed with windows.

It has always been the largest amphitheater in the world and probably also the most famous monument in the world. Intended for fights, gladiatorial games, hunting simulations for ferocious and exotic animals and naumachia (naval combats) for almost two thousand years it has been telling an uninterrupted story of charm and splendor.