Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Forum

Casey and I went to see the Colosseum, Palatine Hill (one of the 7 ancient hills of Rome), and the Forum earlier this week. It was so amazing to be surrounded and walking through these ruins that once stood tall and were the center of ancient Roman life. Even though they are some of the main tourist attractions now, they still hold so much power that makes you feel like a tiny ant amongst these colossal, ancient structures. Enjoy!

The Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine

Sarah and Casey inside the Colosseum

Colosseum

Again

The had a great exhibit at the Colosseum. These are some of the objects they found when they were excavating the Colosseum and the area around it. 

Hippodrome on the Palatine Hill

The stadium on the Palatine Hill

Sarah on the Palatine

Antiquarium Forense

Arch of Titus and the Colosseum from the Palatine Hill

Looking down into the Roman Forum. The Forum was the ancient Roman "downtown." It housed temples, shops, and was the hub for all political activity. This was where you went to gossip, hear news, and go to markets.

Statues in the House of the Vestals

Columns from an ancient temple

Temple of Saturn (or Vespasiano)

Trajan's Column

Ciao Y'all!