The Roman Colosseum‚ formerly known as the Flavian Amphitheatre exists today as a monumental relic of the Roman Empire. Not only is it known to have provided a place of entertainment for people of Rome‚ it is‚ although time has eroded its two thousand year old façade‚ nonetheless‚ admired for its complex design and construction. The Roman Colosseum was not only successful in attaining the eyes of the people but has also greatly influenced and contributed to many other Roman architectures for the
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The Colosseum‚ also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre‚ is an enormous “ellipsoid arena built in the first century CE under dominant and influential Roman emperors of the Flavian Dynasty” (Cartwright‚ 2012) which took place from 69 to 96 CE. The Flavian Dynasty began when Vespasian succeeded the throne in 69 CE‚ and his reign lasted for twenty-seven years. During the reign of Vespasian in 72 CE‚ the construction of the Colosseum began “on the site that was once the lake and gardens of Emperor Nero’s
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Located in the heart of Rome‚ The Roman Colosseum‚ is the largest amphitheater ever built‚ whose appearance symbolizes the power and grandeur of the Roman Empire. The Colosseum was one of the most important and influential aspects to Ancient Rome. It displayed the Roman’s technology of engineering along with providing a form of entertainment for the Roman people. In 70 CE‚ under the emperor Vespasian‚ the Romans began the revolutionary construction of what was the greatest architectural achievement
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Roman Colosseum was one of the most‚ if not the most important architectural structures in Rome‚ as well as one the largest outdoor theatres of ancient Rome. It was often considered the heart of Roman life and culture because of its importance‚ purpose‚ and beauty. Throughout its turbulent history‚ the Colosseum has always been an important part of Roman life symbolically and culturally‚ and today even attracts over five million visitors a year. In 64 CE‚ During Emperor Nero’s rule‚ there was a huge
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The Colosseum: a monumental structure that has begun to fall into ruins‚ yet it is still an impressive sight to visit today. Located in Rome‚ Italy‚ the site attracts many people from all over the world to marvel at the structure. Some may be confused as to what it really is. It’s a giant amphitheater in the center of the city of Rome. At one point it could hold over 50‚000 people‚ and is a very important part of the city of Rome. Construction began between 70 and 72 AD under the emperor Vespasian
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Humanities Period 6 27 September 2013 Pillars of History The Colosseum is one of the most famous structures that was built during the Roman Empire. The Colosseum hosted many games and events‚ including gladiator battles that were highly entertaining to Roman citizens. Constructing the Colosseum brought new knowledge about how to use a building for multiple events. Even when Rome’s city was defeated‚ the Colosseum was never completely vacant. Gladiator fights‚ Sea battles‚ and animal sacrifice
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Prof. Lares ARC 2701 24 April 2015 The Architectural Purpose and Evolution of the Roman Colosseum Introduction: The ancient Flavian Amphitheater is one of the many theatres that arrayed the historical country of Italy. This structure embodied the developmental advancement of Roman architecture primarily by its’ specific style‚ era‚ purpose‚ and impact. The Colosseum is unique entirely in which the structure was more monumental in its decoration and design‚ it “exerted great influence both ‘positively’
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The Colosseum Emperor Vespasian Basic information: Period it was completed: AD 70-80 Dimension: The elliptical building is immense‚ measuring 188m by 156m and reaching a height of more than 48 meters (159 ft). Medium used: Space art— Three dimensional art Present location: Rome‚ Italy Analysis: The Flavian Amphitheater‚ known popularly as the Colosseum‚ incorporated many classical design elements. It included all the common Greek orders. The columns on the first story were Doric
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The Amphitheatre of Nîmes is a perfect illustration by Roman engineers. In designing and making this extremely complex building. It shows perfect symmetry it is oval-shaped‚ it is 133 metres long and 101 metres wide‚ with a arena of 68 by 38 metres and 21 metres high‚ it has two floors of 60 arches and an attic‚ At the top stones were positioned to hang so that poles could be hung over the building. A huge canopy was attached to these poles‚ they would provide protection for the people in the crows
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turned the land into a public park. He also tore down Nero ’s giant gold statue called the Colossus. With the money from the statue ’s gold‚ Vespasian built an amphitheater. He called it the Colosseum after the statue. But what exactly was it‚ and what went on there? The Roman Colosseum was a huge amphitheatre built between 69 and 79 CE (Mann). The events that took place there were gladiatorial combats‚ wild beast hunts‚ vaudeville acts‚ and many types of theatrical entertainment. Among these‚
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