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Roman Colosseum – Icon of Roman Empire

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Roman Colosseum was an icon of the Roman Empire. The empire included large areas around the Mediterranean Sea in Europe, Northern Africa, and Western Asia. Slaves built the colosseum as a symbol of Roman military might. What struck me at first sight was its vast size. It is an architectural marvel. It must have been quite a place when gladiators and wild animals fought to death. Gladiators were professional combatants in ancient Rome.

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Florence Cathedral – The Duomo

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Florence Cathedral is dedicated to Santa Maria del Fiore. It is part of a UNESCO World Heritage site covering the historic city centre of Florence. The locals call it the Duomo. Florence is synonymous with the Duomo which s the most important landmark in Florence. It is also the fourth largest church in the world and located in a busy area of Florence, Piazza del Duomo. The cathedral is a short walk of 800 metres from Santa Maria Novella train station, one of the busiest in Italy. The locality is packed with shops and restaurants. …

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