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More Than Rome: 6 Famous Colosseums From Around the World

By Stephanie Bontorin July 29, 2023
More Than Rome: 6 Famous Colosseums From Around the World

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Everyone will tell you that the Trevi Fountain, The Leaning Tower of Piza, and Colosseum are some of the most popular tourist destinations in Rome.

The world has multiple colosseums, and surprisingly, they are all considered critical archaeological sites! These stone amphitheaters were used by many ancient civilizations as places for significant public speeches, royal announcements, and battles to the death between warriors.

Use our list to find more amazing places to see and get lost in history.

The Amphitheatre of El Jem, Tunisia

Amphitheatre of El Jem Tunisia

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Numerous Ancient Romans made multiple trips to North Africa to colonize several of the North African countries. Due to early Roman influence in North African nations, a considerable amount of their (North Africans’) architecture appears to be remarkably similar.

Also, the colosseums in North Africa are still standing today after over 2,000 years because of the advanced Roman recipe for concrete and stone blocks.

Pula Arena, Croatia

Pula Arena Croatia

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Croatia is a beautiful country located on the Adriatic Sea, part of the Mediterranean.

This enormous stadium is located by the ocean in a big city. It is among the most well-preserved historical sites in the nation and was built in the first century.

While The amphitheater was once the site for hosting combat events pitting gladiators and state enemies against each other, now-it hosts several operas, concerts, and plays.

Roman Arena, Arles, France

Roman Arena Arles France

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During their reign as a superpower, the Romans built this 20,000 seat arena. When visiting the city, you can see so much Roman architecture that it resembles Italy.

Constructed in 1 BC, this colosseum has endured countless years of activity, the World Wars, and the collapse of the Roman Empire.

The theatre continues to be used for sporting events, and if you’re fortunate, you may get to see a reenactment of a gladiator battle.

Amphitheatre Pozzuoli, Italy

Amphitheatre Pozzuoli Italy

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The amphitheater in Pozzuoli was built by the same Roman Emperor who built the Colosseum in Rome and needs to be in better condition as only the lower and underground sections of the arena are still standing.

Although the colosseum has lost many of its original components, it still stands to showcase the fierceness of Roman architecture. The colosseum was also left intact for modern day archaeologists to study. The Solfatara volcano erupted in 1198, destroying most of the arena.

Amphitheatre of Nimes, France

Amphitheatre in Nimes France

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The Verona Arena Italy

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Get a gelato and stroll through the center of Verona to see this ancient part of the city.

In the middle ages the colosseum was used for jousting tournaments and it was a popular venue for european royalty to watch combat. You can experience the history of this beautiful arena by going on a guided tour.

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