IntroductionThe Roman Colosseum is one of the most famous and remarkable constructions in the world. In the Middle Ages, it was given the name Colosseum. This magnificent construction remains standing almost 2 centuries after its initial construction. One of the remarkable elements that make the Colosseum so charming is its architectural design. In this report I will look at the history of the Colosseum, how it was built and what is happening to it today. History Construction of the Colosseum was authorized by Emperor Vespasian in 70 AD and completed by his son Titus around 10 years later. in 80 AD It is located in Italy, in the middle of Rome and the area is called Piazza del Colosseo. The Colosseum was modified by the next emperor, Domitian. He added underground tunnels to keep animals and slaves. He also added a building on the upper part of the Colosseum to increase the number of spectators. The Roman Colosseum was built to provide many forms of entertainment for the ancient Romans. It can accommodate between 50,000 and 80,000 spectators (Hopkins, K. 2011) and was built to show off the wealth, power and might of Rome. It has 76 separate gates to protect the huge crowds who came to the gladiatorial sports and were staying organized and entering and exiting easily. The latest Roman engineering and construction techniques were used. The tunnels beneath the stadium contain 32 animal and elevator systems operated by ropes and pulleys to provide rapid and smooth movement of animals, gladiators and prisoners. No one knows exactly how much the Colosseum cost to build. But 70 Titus had destroyed the city of Jerusalem. Jerusalem resources financed for the construction of the Colosseum. All Romans insured without cha...... middle of paper ...... M. (November 6, 2012). Coliseum. Encyclopedia of ancient history. Retrieved May 4, 2014 from http://www.ancient.eu.com/Colosseum/Hayes, H. (February 20, 2010). Sacred destinations. Coliseum. Retrieved April 28, 2014 from http://www.sacred-destinations.com/italy/rome-colosseumHopkins, K. (March 22, 2011). The Colosseum: emblem of Rome. BBC News. Retrieved April 28, 2014 from http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/romans/colosseum_01.shtmlMueller, T. (January 1, 2011). Secrets of the Colosseum. Smithsonian. Retrieved May 11, 2014, from http://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/secrets-of-the-colosseum-75827047/?no-ist Sylvere, E. (April 25, 2014). The essential bath at the Colosseum. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved May 11, 2014 from http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304518704579521583http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAnVA4_xhTk