Or Roman Coliseum, originally the Flavian Amphitheatre. Located in the center of Rome. The largest structure left to us by Roman antiquity. Created by the architects of the Flavian Emperors, Vespasian and Titus. Started between 70 and 72 AD and completed in 80 AD. Capable of seating 50,000 spectators. Was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles (battles, animal hunts, executions, dramas based on Classical mythology).