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A virtual tour of the Colosseum
View of the Colosseum from the outside
“As long as the Colosseum is standing, Rome will stand and the day it falls, Rome will fall and so will the world”
And so the saying goes about Colosseum – one of the 7 wonders of the World. It is not surprising that they say so about this gigantic amphitheater in Rome for the sheer size of it can make you gasp.
An arena for the ancient Roman games with beasts and boats, this theatre is said to accommodate over 80,000 Romans in its hey days. Let’s re-live the glory of the gladiators through this virtual tour of the Colosseum.
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A virtual tour of the Colosseum
View from Level One
Besides the ground and underground, the Colosseum towers over three conspicuous levels. You can climb up to level one, while level two is closed and level 3 is partially destroyed.
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A virtual tour of the Colosseum
The main Arena
The wooden arena served as a stage for the main games. Note the underground maze in the background.
This was flooded with water for some naval games in the early Roman days. Later, wild beasts were set loose in the maze while the gladiators tried to escape them to safety.
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A virtual tour of the Colosseum
Seating for the Audience
The seating was for the Senators was the closest to the Arena while the slaves had to climb to the highest levels
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A virtual tour of the Colosseum
Underground tunnels
There are special tours that take you through the underground tunnels in the Colosseum. The same are published on the official Colosseum website. Here is a glimpse of the tunnel from level One.
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A virtual tour of the Colosseum
Trapdoors and Cages
The trapdoors and cages were used to contain the slaves and the wild beasts before the games begin.
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A virtual tour of the Colosseum
View of the Roman Forum from the Colosseum
Take some time and visit the ruins of the Roman Forum behind the Colosseum. The ruins have their own interesting tales for you.
Compiled & Contributed by Ami Bhat
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Rajasthan: A land of Colorful traditions
Sam Dunes, Jaisalmer
Rajasthan - a land of Colorful traditions, gorgeous heritage sites and countless legends. A trip to Rajasthan does not just involve sight-seeing but also, needs you to soak up the culture and the atmosphere of the place – right from sampling the local food to shopping, staying and more. Here are some travel suggestions that can help you truly experience this amazing state of Rajasthan.
General tips:
-Best time to Visit – October to February
-Stay light with cotton wear during the day and some warm woolens in the evening
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Rajasthan: A land of Colorful traditions
Hawa Mahal, Jaipur
Consider staying at least 2 nights in each of the major cities of Rajasthan. The key ones being – Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaisalmer
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Rajasthan: A land of Colorful traditions
Haveli styled Hotel in Udaipur
Small Havelis converted to Hotels are good Budget Stay option – comfortable, beautiful and affordable. You will find them across all cities in Rajasthan
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Rajasthan: A land of Colorful traditions
Pushkar Lake
Opt for a Road Trip to discover and explore the smaller towns alongthe way – like Pushkar and Ajmer enroute to Jodhpur from Jaipur.
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Rajasthan: A land of Colorful traditions
Cycle rickshaw, Jaipur
Experience the local transport within the cities – from battery operated rickshaws to cycle rickshaws. Quite convenient and quick.
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Rajasthan: A land of Colorful traditions
Rajasthani Thali
Experience a traditional Rajasthani meal at the local restaurants. Go for their Bajre ki Roti, Gatte ki Sabzi, Missi Roti or Papad ka Saag.
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Rajasthan: A land of Colorful traditions
Amer Fort, Jaipur
Explore the Forts and Palaces with Local Guides or opt for the Audio guides. The guide rates are generally, specified at the ticketing counter. Remember to hire an authorized guide.
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Rajasthan: A land of Colorful traditions
Street Shopping, Udaipur
Indulge in shopping for Traditional Rajasthani Handicrafts, bags, footwear and clothes
Compiled & Contributed by Ami Bhat
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Sending employees off?
Travelling yourself is one thing but sending someone to travel for your work is an altogether different errand. Yes, an errand. -
8 Castles that double up as hotels across Britain
While that will remain a pipe dream for most of us, what we can offer you is the chance to live like royalty for a few days. Here’s a collection of castle hotels across Britain you can enjoy the lavish life in; what with the Brexit and the decreased value of the pound, there's never been a better time to make the trip! -
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Mussoorie: The quintessential 'Desi' hill station
The British government and subsequently the Indian government imposed strict restrictions on any new constructions in this area and hence this place has retained its charm. -
The Last 2 Hours of a Long Train Journey
IRCTC caterers run around peddling leftovers at heavy discounts, hoping people will prioritize a good deal over a disease threat. -
Udaipur: Wonderland nestled amid hills
Yes, it is synonymous as the ‘City of Lakes’ but there is more to this ‘Venice of the East’ if you care to venture ahead in this Disneyland of awe.
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