Statements (179)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:auditorium
|
| gptkbp:architectural_style |
gptkb:Roman_architecture
Ancient Roman |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Emperor_Domitian
gptkb:Emperor_Titus gptkb:the_Roman_Empire gptkb:Emperor_Vespasian gptkb:Flavian_dynasty gptkb:Gladiator historical reenactments executions mock sea battles wild animal hunts |
| gptkbp:built |
70 AD
AD 70-80 |
| gptkbp:capacity |
50,000 to 80,000
50,000 to 80,000 spectators |
| gptkbp:completed |
80 AD
|
| gptkbp:completed_under |
gptkb:Emperor_Titus
|
| gptkbp:constructed_in |
gptkb:Emperor_Vespasian
AD 70-80 |
| gptkbp:cultural_events |
gptkb:concerts
gptkb:theatrical_performances guided tours exhibitions historical reenactments light shows |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:Icon_of_Rome
gptkb:Yes icon of Rome |
| gptkbp:current_condition |
partially ruined
|
| gptkbp:current_status |
partially restored
Partially ruined |
| gptkbp:damage |
earthquakes
stone robbing |
| gptkbp:decline |
after the fall of the Roman Empire
|
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
Art and literature
|
| gptkbp:established |
a symbol of the Roman Empire
|
| gptkbp:events_held |
Dramatic performances
Gladiatorial contests Executions Public spectacles Animal hunts Mock sea battles |
| gptkbp:famous_for |
its architecture
drama performances gladiatorial games its grandeur its history executions Architecture and engineering animal hunts mock sea battles |
| gptkbp:famous_landmark |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:featured_in |
gptkb:Documentaries
gptkb:Films gptkb:Video_games gptkb:films gptkb:literature gptkb:artworks |
| gptkbp:features |
arches
seating tiers hypogeum vaults a complex system of vaults an arena floor an elliptical shape |
| gptkbp:function |
gptkb:performing_arts_venue
public spectacles gladiatorial contests |
| gptkbp:has |
80 entrances
four levels a main arena area a retractable awning system a seating capacity of 50,000 to 80,000 an underground structure decorative statues |
| gptkbp:height |
48 meters
48 meters (157 feet) |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Colosseum
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
Architecture worldwide
|
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
Roman engineering
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Modern stadiums
modern stadiums |
| gptkbp:inspired |
modern stadium design
|
| gptkbp:is |
a cultural heritage site
a historical landmark a venue for events a site of cultural events a popular subject for photography a major tourist destination a site of restoration efforts a site of archaeological significance one of the greatest works of Roman architecture a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980 an iconic symbol of Rome a representation of ancient Rome's engineering prowess |
| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
gptkb:Roman_Empire
gptkb:Rome |
| gptkbp:is_visited_by |
gptkb:President_Barack_Obama
gptkb:Queen_Elizabeth_II gptkb:John_F._Kennedy gptkb:Pope_Benedict_XVI millions of tourists annually many celebrities |
| gptkbp:length |
189 meters
189 meters (620 feet) |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Rome
|
| gptkbp:material |
gptkb:Concrete
gptkb:Brick gptkb:Tuff Travertine limestone brick tuff travertine limestone |
| gptkbp:nearby_attraction |
gptkb:Palatine_Hill
gptkb:Roman_Empire |
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Flavian_Amphitheatre
|
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
gptkb:river
gptkb:cultural_heritage gptkb:Historical_significance gptkb:statues gptkb:Hypogeum gptkb:Safety_features Acoustics Columns Vaults Lighting system Entrances Accessibility features Decorative elements Stadium seating Archways Seating tiers Exits Arena floor |
| gptkbp:opened |
AD 80
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:the_Flavian_Amphitheatre
|
| gptkbp:preservation_efforts |
Ongoing
|
| gptkbp:previous_name |
gptkb:Flavian_Amphitheatre
|
| gptkbp:renovation |
restoration projects
Various renovations over centuries Restoration in the 18th century restoration in 1993 |
| gptkbp:restoration |
ongoing
|
| gptkbp:significance |
Symbol of Ancient Rome
|
| gptkbp:significant_event |
restoration in the 19th century
Pope Benedict XIV declared it a sacred site earthquake damage in 1349 gladiatorial games for 100 days modern restoration efforts started in the 20th century opening ceremony in AD 80 |
| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
gptkb:Piazza_del_Colosseo
gptkb:Arch_of_Constantine gptkb:Palatine_Hill gptkb:Roman_Empire gptkb:Via_dei_Fori_Imperiali Colle Oppio Park |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
gptkb:Roman_Empire
Roman engineering prowess |
| gptkbp:tourist_attraction |
gptkb:Yes
yes millions of visitors annually |
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:Roman_architecture
Elliptical amphitheater |
| gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site |
gptkb:1980
gptkb:Yes yes |
| gptkbp:used_for |
gptkb:martyrdom
Public entertainment public spectacles gladiatorial contests |
| gptkbp:visitors_per_year |
Over 7 million
|
| gptkbp:width |
156 meters
156 meters (512 feet) |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Italy
gptkb:Bette_Midler |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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