Rebuilding Ancient Rome — Season 1, Episode 4: Colosseum (TV Episode 2015)

Episode synopsis

Dr. Darius Arya, tells us that Nero confiscated the site of the Colosseum to build his Golden House. The Flavian Emperors took the land back and buiIt a sports arena. In the Middle Ages, the Colosseum was named after the "colossal" statue (originally of Nero) that stood in front of it.

About Rebuilding Ancient Rome

Supported by stunning 3D graphics, Dr. Darius Arya explains the purpose and architectural significance of ancient Roman buildings.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Ara Pacis
• E2Baths of Caracalla
• E3Circus Maximus
• E5Curia Julia
• E6Dominus Aurea Outside
• E7Forum Of Augustus
• E8Forum Of Peace
• E9Harbor Of Trajan
• E10Ostia Antica
• E11Pantheon
• E12Stadium Of Domitian
• E13Temple Of Jupiter