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Colosseum

The Colosseum is an ancient building located in Rome, Italy. It was built about 2000 years ago and was used for public events, such as games and fights. People from all around the world would travel to the Colosseum to watch the events. It had different levels where people could sit and watch. It was like a big theatre where the best fighters would compete against each other and the crowds would cheer and watch. People in the Colosseum could cheer, boo and laugh - it was a very lively place. In the Colosseum, people could also watch gladiators battle animals and other fighters. Over time, the Colosseum became less popular and eventually it fell into disrepair. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and people visit it to learn about its history.