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Dimensions of the Colosseum
Area covered: 6 acres
Number of Entrances: 76 entrances were numbered but
there were an additional four grand entrances which were
not numbered
Dimensions: Height: 50 metres high (187 ft),
equivalent to a 12 storey building
Dimensions: Length: 189 metres (615 ft) long
Dimensions: Width: 156 metres 510 ft wide
Dimensions: Outer Circumference: The outer circumference measures
545 metres (1,788 ft)
Dimensions: Centre Arena: The center arena was 287 ft long
and 180 ft wide. The arena was covered with 15cm of sand
Dimensions of Arena Wall: 15 ft high
Vaults: Vaults span between 80 radial
walls to support tiers of seating and for passageways
and stairs.
The Hypogeum (meaning underground): The hypogeum consisted of
two-level subterranean network of tunnels and 32 animal
pens. There were 80 vertical shafts provided instant
access to the arena for animals and scenery. Large
hinged platforms, called hegmata provided access for
large animals
Trap Doors in Arena: 36
Retractable Awning - the Velarium: Provided cover and shade:3 stone brackets in
each of the 80 bays *** Brackets supported 240
wooden masts on which canvas awnings were hung
Drains: Drains were built 8m (26ft)
underneath the structure
Foundations: Foundations under the
outer walls and seating were 12-13m (39-42ft) deep *** Foundations under the
inner ellipse of the arena were 4m (13ft) deep
Seating: 40cm width per spectator and 70cm
leg room
Marble used: Approx 100,000 cubic metres
Rows of Seats: 60 -80 Rows of seats
Dimensions of
the Different levels of the Colosseum
Level 1 - Ground Level: The first level is 34 ft high and
the Doric arches are 23 ft high and 14 ft wide.
Level 2: The second level, in the Ionic
"order" or style, is 38 ft high and the arches measure
21 ft high and 14 ft wide.
Level 3: The third level, in the Corinthian
style, is 37 ft high with the arches being 21 ft high
and 14 ft wide.
Level 4: The fourth or top level is 45 ft
high and had no arches.
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