How many Colosseums are there in Italy?

There are several Roman amphitheatres, such as the Colosseum in Italy. Here is the list of them:

1. Verona’s Arena – the third-largest amphitheatre in Italy, accommodating up to 25,000 spectators. Moreover, it is considered the world’s most significant opera venue, with seating for 14,000. The Arena also hosts open-air opera performances and concerts.
2. Pompeii Amphitheatre dates back to 70 BC and was the first arena built by the Romans. It could hold around 20,000 spectators. Pompeii remains one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world.
3. Capua Amphitheatre – the second-largest in the world, measuring 170 metres in width and 46 metres in height, with four levels. Historians believe it was constructed in the 1st century BC. Subterranean passages with baths and tombs are located nearby.
4. The Flavian Amphitheatre in Pozzuoli – the third-largest of Italy’s Roman arenas. It once held 20,000 spectators, although part of the structure was buried by a volcanic eruption.
5. Ostia Antica – the ancient Roman port – is one of the best options for day trips from Rome. The vast site features old streets, shops, and ancient houses. The Arena, dating to 12 BC, could accommodate up to 3,500 spectators.
6. Fiesole Arena is an archaeological park dating to the 1st century BC. The amphitheatre was used for outdoor performances and concerts during the summer.
7. Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse is both a Roman amphitheatre and a Greek theatre. A square hole can be seen in the centre of the arena. Some historians believe crocodiles fed on bodies there, while others suggest it was used to lift animals into the arena.

Author: Kate Zusmann

I’ve lived in the Eternal City for the past 12 years. They say every corner of Rome holds a story, and I’m here to share some of the most fascinating historical facts and local legends.