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the Coliseum in Rome: one of the newly-elected 'Seven Wonders of the World'
by Andrew Regan
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The eternal city of Rome
provides the venue for many a romantic weekend or holiday break, offering
a memorable mix of activities and sights guaranteed to keep even the hardest-to-please
tourist happy! The capital of Italy is home to great designer shopping,
a long impressive history and, of course, a gorgeous Mediterranean climate.
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Furthermore, Rome is currently
in the news due to the election of the Coliseum - its iconic ancient stadium
- as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World.
The Coliseum is Europe's
sole representative in the new Seven Wonders list, for which 90 million
people voted in an online poll. The results, announced during a star-studded
ceremony in Lisbon in early July, also revealed the remaining six of the
new Seven Wonders of the World to be: the Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu
in Peru, the Taj Mahal in India, Chichén Itzá in Mexico,
the Statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio, Brazil, and the ancient city
of Petra in Jordan. The poll has attracted criticism in some quarters,
most notably by UNESCO who has its own list of wonders and argues that
a popular vote is not the way to determine the world's wonders. |
However, whether or not
you agree with the poll results, Rome's Coliseum is undeniably an impressive
ancient wonder. In its heyday it could accommodate 50,000 spectators seated
over three tiers, many of which were witnesses to the incredible gladiatorial
contests held therein.
| Opened in 80AD, this marvel
of ancient engineering still stands proudly in the centre of modern-day
Rome and draws millions of visitors each year. The Coliseum bears witness
to the sheer opulence and decadence prevalent at the height of the Roman
Empire, and leaves many a visitor awed.
There are other notable sights
in Rome from the same age worth a visit, such as the ancient Pantheon with
its massive dome - an architectural and engineering marvel. Other sites
in Rome from a later age that should be included on a 'must-see' list are
the Vatican City and the Trevi Fountain. Indeed, if you leave the city
without throwing three coins into the fountain, legend dictates that you
will never return.
Rome offers a varied range
of hotels from cheap and cheerful all the way to top 5-star luxury. Those
wishing to visit the Coliseum on a budget but not wanting to sacrifice
comfort should consider renting an apartment in Rome, as such an option
can offer an affordable alternative to expensive city centre hotels and
are certainly more comfortable than budget hotels. You can rent fully-furnished,
stylish apartments in Rome for stays of as little as one night. |
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But, wherever you choose
to stay in the world's eternal city, you must visit the Coliseum: one of
the new seven modern wonders of the world.
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About the Author: Andrew
Regan is a freelance
online journalist. |
