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Are there any similar structures like the Colosseum that are still standing today?
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∙ 11y ago
Yes, the Romans built many amphitheatres (arenas). At least 230 of them have been found in the areas which were covered by the Roman Empire. Not all of them are still standing, for many there are just ruins left. 94 of them are in Italy, 35 in France, 34 in Tunisia, 15 in England, 10 in Spain, 5 in Algeria, Bulgaria and Switzerland, ,4 in Libya and in Wales 3 in Austria, Croatia Germany,Israel, Portugal, Romania, and Turkey, 2 in Cyprus, Hungary, Scotland and Syria, and 1 in Albania, Greece , Holland, Lebanon, Morocco and Serbia.
The city of Rome had two amphitheatres. Besides the Colosseum there was the Amphitheatrum Castrense. The second most famous standing Roman amphitheatre is the Arena of Verona, where they hold concerts and opera performances. Other amphitheatres which are still quite intact are in Pula (Croatia), Arles, Frejus, and Nimes (France), Capua (Italy), Tarragona (Spain), El Djem and Oudna (Tunisia).
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When was the Coliseum in Rome first built?
The Colosseum which could hold an estimated 80,000 patrons, was completed in 70 AD. The emperors Vespasian and Titus are given credit for its construction. It remains the largest amphitheater in the world and was a crowning achievement of Roman architecture.
How did the Colosseum become a wonder?
The Colosseum is one of the wonders of the world first of all because of it's longevity. Despite all the vandalism and natural disasters, it is still standing, due to its solid structure. It is also a marvel of ancient engineering, in its design, and its underground and above ground facilities.
What did Romans build that have lasted for centuries?
Aqueducts, roads and some buildings were all things built by the Romans that are still around today. Some aqueducts can and are still used, while many European highways follow the ancient Roman roads. The Colosseum, Pantheon and may of the tombs along the Via Appia are buildings still standing.
Why did only a portion of the roman colosseum stay standing?
this is because it has been worn down and eroded over the hundreds of years it has been there The Colosseum has also been a victim of vandalism. Its marbles, statuary and other embellishments were stripped off during the middle ages and used for other works.
What is the oldest aqueduct in Rome that is still standing?
anio vetus
How much of the Colosseum still standing today?
parts of it are still standing today. some of it was damaged during earthquakes, but it is still there.
Is the Colosseum still standing?
Yes. The Colosseum is the symbol of the city of Rome today. It has also been named one of the new seven wonders of the world.
When was the Coliseum in Rome first built?
The Colosseum which could hold an estimated 80,000 patrons, was completed in 70 AD. The emperors Vespasian and Titus are given credit for its construction. It remains the largest amphitheater in the world and was a crowning achievement of Roman architecture.
Is the Colosseum still standing from the earthquake?
the the cololsseum still stands afther the big earthquake because it has a strong base and the ruins still stands today!
What Roman structure stands?
Many Roman structures still stand, including, but not limited to, the Colosseum, the Appian Way (the Via Appia), Hadrain's Wall, and The Pantheon.
What on earth is the colosseum?
The Colosseum is/was a huge entertainment center. Nowadays we would call it a stadium. It was the largest amphitheater in the Roman world used for a variety of entertainments. Its ruins are still standing, although time-battered, and by studying it we can appreciate the scope of Roman engineering.
What order was used to build the Egypt Colosseum?
There was not an Egyptian Colosseum. There was only one Colosseum and it was (and still is) in the city of Rome.
Is there any famous landmarks of the Inca civilization still survives today?
Yes, some of the structures in Macchu Picchu are still standing and are tourist attractions now.
What was the greatest architectural contribution Rome is know for?
The Romans built roads and aqueducts that are still standing 2000 years later. But their most iconic architectural work is the Colosseum in Rome.
Is the colosseum in Rome still there?
Yes.
What year was the Colosseum destroyed by the earthquake?
it wasn't destroyed earthquakes did pass through but they didn't damage it shes still standing today.
What buildings did the Romans have?
The ancient Romans built aqueducts, roads, buildings, and many other structures that were built so well, they are still standing today. Some famous things the Romans are famous for building is the Colosseum, and the Pantheon.
