Of course, any visit to Rome requires a stop by the Colosseum. Here are a couple of exterior views. To say it is a massive structure is an understatement. Yes, it is large but it is massive in the sense that it is a huge pile of brick and stone, well-constructed to last centuries.
In fact, later generations used the Colosseum as a quarry for stone to build other buildings through the centuries. Moving slightly closer:
The design has survived the ages, forming the basis for most large public venues in the modern era. The Romans figured all this out and stuck with it almost two thousand years ago. The next post will show the inside. Stay tuned.
Note the carrier on the rear of the motorcycle.
Looks like a specific build for “Pedro.” Here’s a closer look:
And that’s really only a small part. There’s a massive tower:
But as you can see, the closeness of the other buildings makes it a challenge to get a fair perspective.
In my next post, I’ll show some of the interior, which is equally impressive and ornate. Check back soon!
The facade features the interesting “moorish” architecture.
Inside, you’ll find the remains of some frescos:
And more:
This building is definitely worth a stop while in Toledo as it shows the continuity from one culture to another as it evolved in this area. Do a little homework before you go and you’ll discover the details more easily.
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