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The spina (spine) was the raised middle of the Circus Maximus. It acted as a barrier which separated the two sides of the circuit of the racing track. There was a series of bronze dolphins at either end of the spina which marked each lap of the chariots which raced around this dividing point, 12 abreast.
Much of what remained of the spina's base and structural supports can be seen in photographs taken prior to 1962. Unfortunately, they were lost during an aborted archaeological survey in the mid-1960's.
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When was Circus Maximus - American band - created?
Circus Maximus - American band - was created in 1967.
Where did the circus maximus come from?
The Circus Maximus was built in the city of Rome in ancient times. It was in the Murcia valley between the Palatine Hill and the Aventine Hill.
A roman racetrack is called?
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What did the Circus Maximus smell like?
Probably, blood, sweat, wild animals, and fear.
How many times do chariot racers have to go around the circus maximus?
The chariot racers had to cover seven laps.
