The Roman Colosseum
On a Mediterranean cruise , not only will you sail in the long-lost wake of these past voyages , but you can also visit a few of the most momentous sites the Earth now possesses . This is a history lover ’ s dream , a chance to experience in real life the ancient ruins and storied grounds where notable nobles , ingenious architects and stalwart soldiers carved their indelible marks .
Here are just a handful of historical highlights — some well-known , others not — you could visit during a Mediterranean cruise .
The Roman Colosseum
Rome , Italy
Many Mediterranean cruises begin or end at the port of Civitavecchia , just a picturesque 90-minute ride from Rome , so you ’ ll have plenty of time to explore the Eternal City . This is a haven for history buffs , with every iconic attraction — from St . Peter ’ s Square and the Roman Forum to the Sistine Chapel and the Pantheon — a must-see . Yet the most epic , the most must-seeable , has to be the Colosseum .
Dating back to 72 A . D . and able to hold up to 80,000 spectators , the Colosseum hosted a macabre medley of events , namely gladiator battles , animal hunts and even staged naval battles ( for which it was flooded !). Yet , this was not just the Madison Square Garden of its time . The Colosseum was also used as a place of worship , for housing and as a spot for artisans and merchants to meet . Whichever reason you ’ re there , be sure to take time to explore the Hypogeum , the elaborate network of underground tunnels .
The Roman Colosseum , Italy
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