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The Circus Maximus (Latin for great or large circus, in Italian Circo Massimo) is an ancient Roman Chariot Racing stadium and mass entertainment venue located in Rome.
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∙ 11y agoA fire in 31 BC, the first of three, destroyed the wooden structure. It was rebuilt by Emperor Augustus who also added an imperial box on the Palatine Hill. A large obelisk from Heliopolis was added to the spina as a decoration. The obelisk can now be found at the center of the Piazza del Popolo. Another obelisk was added much later, in the 4th century.
A second fire, in AD 64, which started in wooden shops at the bottom around the track started the fire that burned much of Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero.
Scale model of the Circus Maximus in ancient Rome
The Marble StadiumAfter yet another fire the Circus was rebuilt by Trajan in AD 103. The Roman Empire was at the height of its power and the new Circus Maximus reflected this status. The Circus was now a stone construction, three stories high. The lower part of the cavea (seating area) was built in marble. The arena complex was now more than 600m long and 150m wide (2000x500ft). Popular EventsThe Circus Maximus was occasionally used for events such as processions or gladiator combats, but on most days only chariot races with quadrigaes, pulled by four horses, were held here. The races themselves were wildly popular with people fanatically supporting one of the four factions: red, white, green and blue representing summer, winter, spring and autumn respectively. Bets were laid on one of the factions and supporters of the different factions often clashed, sometimes resulting in deaths among the spectators. The Last RaceThe last race at the Circus Maximus was held in AD 549, almost a millennium after the first races were held at this location. Today only the layout of the original circus can be seen in what is now a large grassland. Most of the original structure has been used as building material for medieval and Renaissance constructions.Add your answer:
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What year did the Circus Maximus in Rome burn down?
64 AD
What sports did Romans held in the circus maximus?
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What are facts about the Circus Maximus?
Over 250,00 people could fit in the Circus Maxuimes.
Where is the circus maximus located?
As the largest and one of the most popular venues of ancient Rome, the Circus Maximus was located in Rome itself, in the valley between two of Rome's famous seven hills, the Aventine and the Palatine. From the 2nd century B.C.E. until the decline of Rome, this massive arena was utilized for entertainments public and private, for religious celebrations, for public demonstrations, and for trade and business purposes. It serves as a public park and concert-site, among other purposes, even today.
Where did the charioteers in Ben-Hur come from?
They came from Rome, and raced around the track of Circus Maximus to glory. They were trained from children and were used as a form of Roman entertainment
Which is bigger the Circus Maximus or the Colosseum?
The Circus Maximus was the largest staidium in Rome.
Where is circus maximus located?
Circus Maximus is located in Rome, Italy. It is located within driving distance to the more famous Colosseum. Circus Maximus is on the western end of Rome.
What does the circus maximus look like in the US?
There is not a Circus Maximus in the US. The Circus Maximus was the biggest race track in ancient Rome.
Where were the Colosseum and the Circus Maximus located?
The colosseum and the circus maximus are both located in Rome, Italy.
What was the Circus Maximus in Rome?
The circus maximus was the large race course where chariot races were held.
A roman racetrack is called?
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Is the Circus Maximus in Rome?
The Circus Maximus (Latin for great or large circus, in Italian Circo Massimo) is an ancient Roman Chariot Racing stadium and mass entertainment venue located in Rome.
What is circus maximus in Rome?
The Circus Maximus (Latin for great or large circus, in Italian Circo Massimo) is an ancient Roman Chariot Racing stadium and mass entertainment venue located in Rome.
Where would Romans go to watch chariot races?
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What was the largest ampitheatre in Rome called?
The Circus Maximus.
What is the name of the most famous racetrack in ancient rome?
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Where did chariot racing happen?
I think it was the roman times
