Some things never change in Rome, they say. Now, however, the Colosseum has proved that theory wrong, by opening its subterranean levels to the public. It is not only the first time in 2,000 years ...

The range has an architectural feel thanks in part to being centred on Tubogas, a solderless method of crafting ribbons of ...

ROME (AP) — The man who just took charge of Rome’s top tourist attraction wants to set the record straight: the Colosseum won’t be hosting any electronic dance music parties on his watch. Simone ...

The historic Roman Colosseum is facing backlash after partnering with Airbnb to bring gladiator "battles" back into the arena, and political figures in Italy are speaking out against the campaign.

In a partnership aimed at promoting what it describes as 'conscious tourism,' Airbnb has signed a $1.5 million deal with Rome's Colosseum to sponsor a series of staged gladiator fights. The ...

The Roman Colosseum could be getting a makeover into the 21st century. Almost 2,000 years after the amphitheater was built, Italian officials are looking for an architect to remake its stage floor, ...

Rome’s Colosseum is the city’s—and arguably Italy’s—most iconic and historic monument. It may also be the country’s biggest cash cow. The nearly-2,000 year old amphitheater sits in the heart of ...

In a famous prophesy a medieval monk known as Venerable Bede wrote that "Rome will exist as long as the Colosseum does; when the Colosseum falls so will Rome; when Rome falls so will the world.” While ...

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