Rome City Sights

Trevi Fountain

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The Trevi Fountain is an important fountain close by Piazza di Trevi in the center of Rome. The fountain was designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and constructed by Nicola Salvi. Tourists often throw coins in the fountain, as legend says that if you throw two coins in, you'll soon be married! 

Standing 86 feet high, it is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world. The fountain is constructed of "Travertine", and in the center a giant statue of Oceanus (god of all water) can be seen. 

How high is the Trevi Fountain?

86 feet

In which of Rome’s neighbourhoods is the Trevi Fountain located?

Trevi

Of what material is the Trevi Fountain constructed?

Travertine

Trevi is an etymological distortion of the word trivio. What does this word roughly translate into?

Three streets

What does myth say will happen when you throw 2 coins in the Trevi Fountain?

You will soon be married

What is the meaning of the Italian word fontana?

Fountain

What is the Trevi Fountain?

A fountain

Which god is placed in the center of the Trevi Fountain?

Oceanus

Who began the construction of the Trevi Fountain?

Gian Lorenzo Bernini

Who completed the construction of the Trevi Fountain?

Nicola Salvi

Stadio Olimpico

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During the 1960 Summer Olympics, the stadium hosted the opening and closing ceremonies as well as athletics competitions. A lot of soccer is played here as the arena is home to two of Rome's big teams, Lazio and Roma. The Stadio Olimpico can accomodate 72,698 spectators. 

Italy's national soccer team, called "Gli Azzurri", often plays at this stadium and for the 1990 FIFA World Cup the stadium underwent an extensive renovation. 

The stadium hosts the annual Italian Cup final, called "Coppa Italia". It also hosted the Champions League soccer final in 2009 where FC Barcelona won. 

How many spectators can the Stadio Olimpico hold?

72,698

Italy’s national football team sometimes plays at Stadio Olimpico. What is the nickname of the team?

Gli Azzurri

In what year was construction completed on the Stadio Olimpico in Rome?

1928

In which part of Rome is the Stadio Olimpico located?

North

In which year did Rome host the summer Olympics?

1960

In which year was the Stadio Olimpico re-built in preparation for the World Cup in Italy?

1990

The Italian Cup soccer final is played annually at the Stadio Olimpico. What’s the cup called in Italian?

Coppa Italia

The Stadio Olimpico hosted the Champions League soccer final in 2009. Which team won the cup?

FC Barcelona

Which of the following statements about the Stadio Olimpico is correct?

It has a running track

Who owns the Stadio Olimpico?

The Italian Olympic Committee

Colosseum

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The Colosseum, which is also known as the Flavian Amphitheater, was built  between 70 and 80 A.D. in Rome. It has a circumference of 1,788 feet. 

Construction began under the emperor Vespasian and was completed under his successor and heir Titus. Despite being partially ruined because of damage caused by earthquakes and stone-robbers, the Colosseum is still an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome. The part of the building which still stands is a powerful sight, as well as a popular destination for tourists. 

Approximately how many deaths have occured in the Colosseum?

500 000

In ancient Rome, what group of people was allowed to sit in the front row at the Colosseum?

Senators

The Colosseum is also known as what?

Flavian Amphitheatre

What is the approximate circumference of the Colosseum?

1,788 feet / 545 meters

What is the primary cause of the Collosseum’s deterioration?

Earthquakes

What’s the name of the Russell Crowe film which contains scenes involving the Collosseum?

Gladiator

What surface was used on the arena floor during gladiatorial fights in the Colosseum?

Sand

What were the ancient Roman gladiatorial games called?

Munera

Which Roman emperor initiated the construction of the Colosseum?

Vespasian

Who completed the construction of the Colosseum?

Titus