The Colosseum: 50,000 Fans and Fierce Fighters

Hey history detectives! Are you ready to visit the biggest, baddest sports stadium of the ancient world? We’re heading to Rome, Italy, to explore the amazing Colosseum! Imagine sitting with 50,000 cheering Romans. What were they watching? Super strong gladiators! These brave fighters wore shiny armor and battled each other—and sometimes even huge animals like lions and tigers! But wait, where did the animals come from? Below the arena floor was a giant maze of secret tunnels called the Hypogeum. This was the backstage area where animals were held, and then raised up to the arena using complicated wooden elevators! It was like a giant, dangerous magic trick! Join Mira and Finn as we uncover the secrets of this spectacular stadium, from the roar of the crowd to the hidden lifts below. Don't miss this epic adventure into Ancient Rome!