There were vast spaces underground to accommodate the gladiators, the wild animals, and the prisoners who were to die.
Usage Today.
Today, the Colosseum serves as a major tourist attraction for Rome and excavation work continues as well: "Conservation work and staffing problems can cause frequent closures or alterations to opening hours" (Claridge et al. 422). There is no student discount, but admission to the Colosseum is free for those aged under 18 years or over 60 years (Claridge et al. 422). The posted hours of operation for the structure are as follows:
Colosseum (upper level):
Mon.-Sat. 9-15 (summer 9-19);
Sun. And holidays 9-13.
Lira: 10,000
Source: Claridge et al. 422
Conclusion
While it may not be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Colosseum probably should be. The research showed that unlike all but one of the ancient seven wonders, much of the Colosseum still remains standing today in spite of its being used as a source of building materials for many other buildings...
The research also showed that the Colosseum was, well, colossal in both its physical dimensions as well as the impact it had on placating the unemployed and restless citizens of Rome. While modern mankind enjoys a host of activities that mimic the events that took place in the Colosseum, none of them match them in terms of the colorful, historic, brutal and expensive contests that were conducted there for hundreds of years. In the final analysis, the Colosseum represents both the best and the worst of the Romans and will likely remain the source of interest for people in the 22nd century and beyond.
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