Rome, Italy
This is a top 5 attraction when in Italy, and the favorite among many visitors to Rome. The ancient Colosseum is stunning and the guided tour offered here is more than worth the cost of entry. Several companies offer guided tours here so it important to shop around and find an affordable tour with a knowledgeable guide who can accurately provide you with the great history of this structure.
To walk into the arena, treading the same path as the gladiators of the past, whose fate was soon to be decided by way of blood, is a chilling feeling. Your hairs on the back of your neck will stand, anxiety rushes upon you, knowing the history and events that took place in this symbol of Rome, offering a lucid look into the most prized of ancient Roman structures. The guided tours can be incredibly informative and you should book well in advance as this is clearly an immensely popular attraction. One that is a must see when traveling to Rome.
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Must see part of history
Spectacular
Colosseum