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The Colosseum was a multi-purpose arena in which almost every type of entertainment was presented. The audiences were treated to wild animal hunts, public executions, the distribution of gifts, various types of pageantry in connection with some anniversary or festival, naval battles, religious parades and of course, gladiatorial bouts.
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∙ 11y agoThe games at the Colosseum lasted for the whole day or for several days. They started at 8 am and ended at dusk. The schedule of the day was:
Displays of exotic animals
Animal hunts which replicated hunting scenes
Comic acts with clowns and dwarfs
Acrobatic and gymnastic acts
Tightrope walking
Music and dances
Animal acts similar to those at the circus
Tortures and executions
Boxing
Martial fights
Gladiatorial fights which were the highlight of the day
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