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In 2001, the Roman Colosseum was voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of the world, a distinction that is certainly justified.

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Since a major restoration in the 90s, The Colosseum is one of Rome’s main source of income is the money generated by tourists who visit the Colosseum and other historic sites within Rome.

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Rome was restored in the 1920s and then again in the 1990's; it was made a "Wonder of the World" in 2001.

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Visitors from all over the world come to visit the Eternal City as it attracts tourists with different interests.

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The amphitheater could seat almost 50,000 spectators and even could shield the sun from their eyes.

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Construction begun between 70 and 72 AD.

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Much of the city around the Colosseum was reconstructed and/or modernized during the 20’s in an effort “to enhance the prestige of Rome.”

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The Colosseum appears on the reverse side of Italy's five cent Euro...as a result, Italy is allowed to print their own Euro Coins.

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Rome, Italy: The Colosseum - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite

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The emperor Titus inaugurated the Colosseum with 100 days of games, which took the life of more than 2,000 gladiators.

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Gladiators would fight to the death for the entertainment of 50,000 spectators; at least 2,000 gladiators died there.

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Tourists love to take photos in front of the Colosseum.

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