Though I took steps to avoid tourists when I visited the Colosseum, I found it was too crowded to enjoy Rome's iconic attraction.

The stage was also destroyed during the Colosseum's 2,000-year history, according to the History Channel. Without a stage, visitors were able to look down into the labyrinth of tunnels and hallways.

From the Colosseum to the Vatican, See the Best Photos from King Charles and Queen Camilla's Italy Visit "You can tell that this trip is something they're very passionate about and that they ...

The ancient Roman home sits near the Colosseum but went unnoticed until 2018, when archaeologists uncovered some of its walls, according to a Dec. 12 news release from Italy’s Ministry of Culture.

World News Photos: Pope Francis skips Good Friday at Colosseum in chilly Rome Earlier on Friday, Francis presided at a two-hour long early evening prayer service in St. Peter's Basilica.

To me, these photos looked quiet and peaceful, and I wanted to have a similar experience. Although the Colosseum is one of the most popular attractions in Rome, it has a capacity of 3,000 visitors ...

Archaeologists found a 2,000-year-old Roman home with an elaborate mosaic, wall art and water features near the Colosseum, photos and video shows. Screengrab from YouTube video from Italy’s ...

I wondered. Turns out — incredibly. The Colosseum is a 2,000-year-old amphitheater in Rome that once hosted gladiatorial games. It's also one of the most popular tourist attractions in Europe.

Along the way, I encountered several people blocking paths and sidewalks as they stopped to take pictures. This made getting to the attraction itself difficult and frustrating. I suspected my ...