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The Circus Maximus is an ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium and mass entertainment venue in Rome, Italy. In the valley between the Aventine and Palatine hills, it was the first and largest stadium in ancient Rome and its later Empire.
attractions: Colosseum, Roman Forum, Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, Piazza del Campidoglio, Baths of Caracalla, Giardino degli Aranci, Campidoglio, Mouth of Truth, Capitoline Museums, Palatine Hill, restaurants: Ristorante la Nuova Piazzetta, Ristorante Pizza Forum Roma- Forno a Legna, Ristoro Della Salute, RoYaL Art Cafè, Angelino "ai Fori" dal 1947, La Base Ristorante, Trattoria Da Enzo al 29, Ristorante Pizzeria Imperiale, Iari The Vino, Pasqualino Al Colosseo srl
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The Circus Maximus is an ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium and mass entertainment venue in Rome, Italy. In the valley between the Aventine and Palatine hills, it was the first and largest stadium in ancient Rome and its later Empire.
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Circus Maximus, largest of the Roman hippodromes and one of the largest sports arenas ever built. A U-shaped structure with seats on three sides and a low wall running down the middle of the arena around which the chariots raced, it was rebuilt in the time of Julius Caesar (1st century BC) to seat an estimated 150,000 spectators. Enlarged by later emperors, it reached a maximum size under Constantine (4th century AD) of about 2,000 by 600 feet (610 by 190 metres), with a seating capacity of possibly 250,000, greater than that of any subsequent stadium. Nothing but the site, between the Palatine and Aventine hills, remains today. #rometravel #rometravelers #rometrip #romeguide #virtuosotraveladvisor #rometourguide
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Come learn about the fascinating Circus Maximus! 🤩 🇮🇹 Circus Maximus is the largest of the Roman hippodromes and one of the largest sports arenas ever built. A U-shaped structure with seats on three sides and a low wall running down the middle of the arena around which the chariots raced, it was rebuilt in the time of Julius Caesar (1st century BC) to seat an estimated 150,000 spectators.Enlarged by later emperors, it reached a maximum size under Constantine (4th century AD) of about 2,000 by 600 feet (610 by 190 meters), with a seating capacity of possibly 250,000, greater than that of any subsequent stadium. Nothing but the site, between the Palatine and Aventine hills, remains today. If you want to plan your tour in Rome with me, click the link in bio! 😍 Rome | Italy | Europe | Tour guide | Traveler | Circus Maximus
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📍Circus Maximus, largest of the Roman hippodromes and one of the largest sports arenas ever built. 🐎A U-shaped structure with seats on three sides and a low wall running down the middle of the arena around which the chariots raced, it was rebuilt in the time of Julius Caesar (1st century BC) to seat an estimated 150,000 spectators. Enlarged by later emperors, it reached a maximum size under Constantine (4th century AD) of about 2,000 by 600 feet (610 by 190 metres), with a seating capacity of possibly 250,000, greater than that of any subsequent stadium. Nothing but the site, between the Palatine and Aventine hills, remains today. 🐎What IS a hippodrome? It’s an ancient Greek stadium designed for horse racing and especially chariot racing. Its Roman counterpart was called a circus and is best represented by the Circus Maximus. ⛰The typical hippodrome was dug into a hillside and the excavated material used to construct an embankment for supporting seats on the opposite side. In shape the hippodrome was oblong, with one end semicircular and the other square; it thus resembled a U with a closed top. 🏟Seats ran in tiers the length of the arena and along the curve, while at the straight end dignitaries occupied seats above the arena’s offices. A low wall called a spina ran most of the length of the stadium and divided the course. 🐎The spina was decorated with monuments and had sculptures that could be tilted or removed to keep spectators informed of the laps completed by the racers. ———————————- I know I am saying the 7th century. English isn’t my first language and remembering to add a century to “ad” but NOT “bc” will forever and ever confuse me. 😅🤷🏻♀️🙏🏼 #rometrip #rometravel #virtuosotraveladvisor #romanhistory #rometours
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Click the link in my bio to plan your tour in Rome with an expert guide! 😉🇮🇹 📍Circus Maximus, largest of the Roman hippodromes and one of the largest sports arenas ever built. 🐎 A U-shaped structure with seats on three sides and a low wall running down the middle of the arena around which the chariots raced, it was rebuilt in the time of Julius Caesar (1st century BC) to seat an estimated 150,000 spectators. Enlarged by later emperors, it reached a maximum size under Constantine (4th century AD) of about 2,000 by 600 feet (610 by 190 metres), with a seating capacity of possibly 250,000, greater than that of any subsequent stadium. Nothing but the site, between the Palatine and Aventine hills, remains today. 🐎 What is a hippodrome? It’s an ancient Greek stadium designed for horse racing and especially chariot racing. Its Roman counterpart was called a circus and is best represented by the Circus Maximus. ⛰ The typical hippodrome was dug into a hillside and the excavated material used to construct an embankment for supporting seats on the opposite side. In shape the hippodrome was oblong, with one end semicircular and the other square; it thus resembled a U with a closed top. 🏟 Seats ran in tiers the length of the arena and along the curve, while at the straight end dignitaries occupied seats above the arena’s offices. A low wall called a spina ran most of the length of the stadium and divided the course. 🐎 The spina was decorated with monuments and had sculptures that could be tilted or removed to keep spectators informed of the laps completed by the racers. I know I am saying the 7th century. English isn’t my first language and remembering to add a century to “ad” but NOT “bc” will forever and ever confuse me. 😅🤷🏻♀️ #rome #roma #italy #italia #tourguide
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Places that you must visit in Rome! 🇮🇹 1️⃣ Trevi Fountain 2️⃣ The Spanish Steps 3️⃣ The Pantheon 4️⃣ Piazza Navona 5️⃣ Circus Maximus 6️⃣ The Colosseum 📌 Make sure to save this post if you are planning a trip to Rome! Have you been to all these places? • • • • • • #exploringitaly #discoveritaly #framesofitaly #ilikeitaly #igersitaly #igitaly #iloveitaly #italian_places #italia #italiabella #italianlovers #italianlandscapes #italianplaces #italyphoto #italy_vacations #topitalyphoto #perfect_italia #italyvacation #italy #dametraveler #explorerbabes #girlsabroad #girlsborntotravel #girlsjustwannatravel #girlsvsglobe #girlaroundtheworld #femmetravel #darlingescapes #girlslovetravel #femaletravel @rometravelers
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