Circus Maximus
Latest update: 26 February 2022
The Circus Maximus is an ancient Roman hippodrome that was used for chariot races and originally built around the sixth century BC. Measuring 621 metres in length, it could house as many as 150,000 spectators at its zenith.
Although nowadays there's very little of the stadium still intact, it is used for concerts and other major events in the city centre. |
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City: Rome
Province: Metropolitan City of Rome Region: Lazio Built: 6th century BC Nearest Metro stop: Circo Massimo - Line B - 50 m - 1 minute walk |
Close by: Roman Forum, Colosseum, Trastevere, Il Vittoriano
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Recommended accommodation: Hotel Artemide
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UNESCO World Heritage Site
Historic Centre of Rome, the Properties of the Holy See in the City Enjoying Extraterritorial Rights and San Paolo Fuori le Mura
Year: 1980
Historic Centre of Rome, the Properties of the Holy See in the City Enjoying Extraterritorial Rights and San Paolo Fuori le Mura
Year: 1980
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