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Interestingly enough, the Colosseum wasn’t the Colosseum’s OG name! Back in the days of the Flavian Dynasty, whose emperors built it, it was called the Flavian Amphitheater. Good to know.
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The Colosseum is by far one of the most well-known amphitheaters in the world, but did you know it’s also the largest? This huge venue could seat up to 80,000 visitors and used to host a range of (rather violent) events, from animal hunts and gladiator battles to public executions. Well, thankfully, those days are over.
Christian Symbol
Over time, the Colosseum became a major Christian symbol, with multiple early Christians martyred there. In fact, a Way of the Cross procession has been held in the Colosseum on Good Friday every year for nearly 20 years now.
Who Built It?
A rather unknown not-so-fun fact about the Colosseum is that it was mainly built by Jewish slaves. Tens of thousands of them, actually. Those slaves were brought to Rome by Emperor Vespasian, and it took them nearly a decade to build the Colosseum, which was finally completed in 80 AD.
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Home to over 20,000 animals and 1,300 species, the Berlin Zoo holds the title of the most visited zoo in Europe! Nestled within the city’s Tiergarten district, this sprawling sanctuary offers interactive experiences for visitors of all ages.
Green Oasis
Berlin boasts more parks and green spaces than any other city in Europe, with approximately one-third of its landscape dedicated to lush parks, forests, and gardens. Among these, Tiergarten stands out as the city’s green lung, while Teufelsberg offers a lesser-known retreat for hiking and panoramic city views.
Single and Ready to Mingle
A study revealed that half of Berliners are single, reflecting the city’s embrace of freedom and non-conformity. Rejecting traditional notions of marriage, Berliners epitomize a spirit of independence and openness to new experiences.
Numerous Bridges
Surpassing even Venice, Berlin is home to around 1,700 bridges, including the iconic Oberbaumbrücke spanning Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain. The city’s extensive waterways and picturesque bridges are definitely worth exploring.
Transportation Marvel
Berlin’s public transport system spans a staggering 4,473 kilometers, circling the Earth 8.7 times (!) each day. With an additional 120 kilometers of tram lines, Berlin boasts one of the world’s most extensive and efficient transportation networks, surpassing even major European capitals like Paris and London.
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