The Arc de Triomphe, erected by Emperor Constantine in honor of the victory in the civil war over the troops of his rival Marcus Aurelius Valery Maxentius. It was under Constantine that Christianity became the official religion (the ruler believed that God himself helped him to come to power), the capital of the Empire was transferred to Constantinople, and Rome gradually began to lose its former power and decline.
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17.08.23
Bogdan
The Arco di Costantino stands between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill. It was erected by the Roman Senate to commemorate the victory of Constantine I in 312. Construction was completed in 315. It is the largest Roman triumphal arch.
Very impressi.. Read more »ve when you stand under it. A lot of work went into this imposing monument.
11.05.23
Ghasem
The Arch of Constantine (Italian: Arco di Costantino) is a triumphal arch in Rome dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great. The arch was commissioned by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of .. Read more »Milvian Bridge in AD 312. Situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill, the arch spans the Via Triumphalis, the route taken by victorious military leaders when they entered the city in a triumphal procession. [a] Dedicated in 315, it is the largest Roman triumphal arch, with overall dimensions of 21 m (69 ft) high, 25.9 m (85 ft) wide and 7.4 m (24 ft) deep.[1] It has three bays, the central one being 11.5 m (38 ft) high and 6.5 m (21 ft) wide and the laterals 7.4 m (24 ft) by 3.4 m (11 ft) each. The arch is constructed of brick-faced concrete covered in marble. (Source:wikipedia)
09.05.23
Ramakrishnan
Its a symbol of Rome.
The history of imagination will speak at this place.
You will be mesmerized and amazed.
Its special feel to be in the world wonder and you will find a reason for the same when you visit
The ancient Flavian Amphitheater was .. Read more »built by the Flavian emperors in 70 C.E. as a gift to the Roman people. As the largest Roman theater ever built, it was designed to house over 50,000 people, and had played host to gladiator games, plays and even public executions.
Purchase skip-the-line tickets online to avoid long lines at the door, or join guided tours which allow for special access to restricted areas. While here, you might want to visit the adjacent Palatine Hill and Roman Forum as well.
08.05.23
Marian
This is located outside the Colosseum. A ticket is not needed for viewing. The carving are beautiful after all these decades. Although the faces are worn on the carvings. You still can see the details of the carving. Incredible!
02.03.23
Gregg
Included in the tickets to the colosseum. Not many people wander up there so it’s nice to look around from the vantage point. There’s a little museum you can walk through (with bathrooms) and it’s again, pretty quiet so check it out.. Read more ».
There’s also lots of grass area to sit down if you happen to have a baby and want to let it crawl around!
20.02.23
DinoTheArtworks
Was next to the Colosseum so we went to check it out. It’s fenced so you cannot go under it but you can walk around it for free and get good photos. The path we walked on felt like I was gonna trip and had water on the floor almost everywhere s.. Read more »o be careful of where you step if you go on that path.
19.01.23
Luke
Amazing triumphal Arch. You walk right up next to it and get a good detailed look at the inscriptions. This is free to walk around it and not inside the Roman forum. You can also get a higher up view from the colosseum.
19.12.22
Muthukumar
We visited in July month.
its one among the many places in Rome where you can visit without paying anything which has more to make you visit worth. The Arco di Constantino is located right next to the Collosseum and during summer many wedding photosh.. Read more »oot will take place. Near by you will also see Palatin Hill and the Foro Romano.
best place to taste Itali Pizza and ice creams.
Get rome travel pass to avoid confusions.
Best place for walking.
It looked like watching Hollywood movie in persons.
To have survived the ravages of time is impressive. I can only imagine truly how impressive it would have been during Roman Empire.
02.11.22
Marin
I liked this arc more than the Colosseum itself, actually. Very detailed and more meaningful in my opinion.
27.09.22
VikinGA
The Arch of Constantine is a triumphal arch in Rome dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great. Situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill. Dedicated in 315, it is the largest Roman triumphal arch, with overall .. Read more »dimensions of 21 m high, 25.9 m wide and 7.4 m deep. It has three bays, the central one being 11.5 m high and 6.5 m wide and the laterals 7.4 m by 3.4 m each. The arch is constructed of brick-faced concrete covered in marble.
27.09.22
Lucian
An arch with a history of controversial origin 'arched' over the years. Some say it was built by Hadrian and later reworked by Constantine, others say it was all Constantine. Suffice to say that the depicitions on it are more around random .. Read more »hunting/roman gods scenes than Constantine's war triumphs.
From an architectural perspective, it's as great as the many other archs in Rome. In fact, just a few feet away there are two other archs.
Free of charge to walk around it.
19.07.22
Colleen
I am a fan of archways and this one was no disappointment. It is near the coliseum so can be rather crowded during the day. It is lit decently well in the evenings and makes a good backdrop for photos. I wouldn't seek this out if it was alot but.. Read more » its proximity to the Coliseum and Palatine hill make it a welcome addition to a walking tour.
17.06.22
Robert
Arch of Constantine is the last great triumphal arch built in Rome. Whats good about it is that you can get up close to it without paying for a ticket. Another good thing about it is that it has the backdrop of the colosseum so it makes for fantastic.. Read more » photos.
13.06.22
Matthias
One of the many places in Rome that you can easily pass by without paying anything. The Arco di Constantino is placed right next to the Collosseum and while I were there, even a wedding took place and the couple was taking pictures in front of the Ar.. Read more »c. In the proximity you will also find the Palatin Hill and the Foro Romano which you should rather pay a visit early in the morning instead of the afternoon, if you want to have enough time visiting all those beautiful places.
11.04.22
Marbeth
Not a far walk from the Colosseum. The arch is very detailed and a sight to see and a strong representation of Christianity. Did I tell you it is one of the free sites to see in Rome. #freeromesight
25.03.22
Aharon
The Arch of Constantine is an incredible work of art. Highly recommend it! Take the time to look at this masterpiece.
20.02.22
Nancy
The Arch of Constantine stands beside the Colosseum. It is particularly interesting because it is like a jigsaw made up of other monuments. It was built using material from Trajan's Forum, from where the statues of the Dacian prisoners and the f.. Read more »riezes representing Marcus Aurelius were also taken. The Arch was erected at the beginning of the fourth century in honor of Constantine, following the victory over Maxentius. It is considered one of the last great monuments to be constructed by the Romans.
16.01.22
Saeed
My pic is token in December, so quiet and nice weather. I recommend end of November for trip to Italy
11.12.21
Hendrik
Nice Photo Spot. Perfect in combination with the Colosseum. And not only that. The place has an amazing historic atmosphere.
07.11.21
Michael
To have survived the ravages of time is impressive. I can only imagine truly how impressive it would have been to see this arch and the Colosseum at the height of the Roman Empire.
To me, the best views of the Arch of Constantine are from inside the.. Read more » Colosseum.
31.10.21
Minos
A beautiful place with a nice garden work nearby, just right of the coloseum! There you can take pictures, have a picnic or just enjoy the sun!
02.10.21
Aaron
Very interesting and located next to the colosseum and palatine hill. Unique from other triumphal arches.
20.09.21
Izra
So much beautiful detail. Right next to the colosseum too so very convenient.
15.09.21
Vanessa
Considering it’s age, this arch is in absolutely amazing condition! A wonder piece of history and architecture
13.09.21
Jerry
Just outside the Colosseum, easy to get to the Arch. Great place to hide in the shades
22.08.21
Aaditya
A nice photo spot located near the Colloseum.
17.08.21
Seb
Long lasting materials, would recommend builder.
20.06.21
David
Beautiful three-door arch between the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, dating back to 312-315.
26.03.21
Manny
This is a beautiful and historical monument in Rome to commemorate Constantine The Great victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in AD 312. The monument is walking distance from the Colosseum and The Palatine Hill. It is the largest .. Read more »surviving Triumphal Arch of the Roman empire.
26.02.21
Kharmencita
ARCH OF CONSTANTINE- A Monumental Historical Landmark , 21 meters high which was built with three arches where as the central arch wider and higher than the two, that served as passageway through a Triumphal parade. This monument was made to honor .. Read more »and glorify the success after Emperor Constantine's victorious battle at a Bridge against his enemies.
The Monument has lots of carved and sculptured human figures of symbolic scenes that tell stories about the happenings in the Battle.
Presently, after being repaired it is protected with fence so that tourists have no chances to come closer to the walls of the monument. It is erected few meters apart from Colosseum. A very interesting work of architecture!
16.02.21
Lucas
Nice architecture. I little bit hidden by the the Colosseum.
02.01.21
Vishwanath
We visited Rome long back during Nov 2012 and that time visited the Arch of Constantinewhich is a triumphal arch in Rome dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great. The arch was commissioned by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine’s .. Read more »victory on 28th October 312 CE over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in AD 312. Situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill, the arch spans the Via triumphalis, the route taken by victorious military leaders when they entered the city in a triumphal procession. Dedicated in 315, it is the largest Roman triumphal arch, with overall dimensions of21 m high, 25.9 m wide and 7.4 m deep. It has three bays, the central one being 11.5 m high and 6.5 m wide and the laterals 7.4 m by 3.4 m each. The arch is constructed of brick-faced concrete reveted in marble.
The arch, was constructed between 312 and 315 AD,
The arch is heavily decorated with parts of older monuments, which assume a new meaning in the context of the Constantinian building
. It is the largest surviving Roman triumphal arch and the last great monument of Imperial Rome.
One can also see it while vising Colosseum.
08.12.20
Rohama
The Arch of Constantine (Italian: Arco di Costantino) is a triumphal arch in Rome dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great. The arch was commissioned by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine’s victory over Maxentius at the Battle of.. Read more » Milvian Bridge in AD 312. Situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill, the arch spans the Via triumphalis, the route taken by victorious military leaders when they entered the city in a triumphal procession. Dedicated in 315, it is the largest Roman triumphal arch, with overall dimensions of 21 m high, 25.9 m wide and 7.4 m deep. It has three bays, the central one being 11.5 m high and 6.5 m wide and the laterals 7.4 m by 3.4 m each. The arch is constructed of brick-faced concrete reveted in marble.
The three bay design with detached columns was first used for the Arch of Septimius Severus in the Roman Forum (which stands at the end of the triumph route) and repeated in several other arches now lost.
Though dedicated to Constantine, much of the sculptural decoration consists of reliefs and statues removed from earlier triumphal monuments dedicated to Trajan (98–117), Hadrian (117–138) and Marcus Aurelius (161–180).
The arch, which was constructed between 312 and 315 AD, was dedicated by the Senate to commemorate ten years (decennalia[b]) of Constantine's reign (306–337) and his victory over the then reigning emperor Maxentius (306–312) at the Battle of Milvian Bridge on 28 October 312,[3] as described on its attic inscription,[4] and officially opened on 25 July 315. Not only did the Roman senate give the arch for Constantine's victory, they also were celebrating decennia, a series of games that happens every decade for the Romans. On this occasion they also said many prayers. However, Constantine had actually entered Rome on 29 October 312, amidst great rejoicing, and the Senate then commissioned the monument. Constantine then left Rome within two months and did not return till 326.
The location, between the Palatine Hill and the Caelian Hill, spanned the ancient route of Roman triumphs (Via triumphalis) at its origin, where it diverged from the Via sacra. This route was that taken by the emperors when they entered the city in triumph. This route started at the Campus Martius, led through the Circus Maximus, and around the Palatine Hill; immediately after the Arch of Constantine, the procession would turn left at the Meta Sudans and march along the Via sacra to the Forum Romanum and on to the Capitoline Hill, passing through both the Arches of Titus and Septimius Severus.
During the Middle Ages, the Arch of Constantine was incorporated into one of the family strongholds of ancient Rome, as shown in the painting by Herman van Swanevelt, here. Works of restoration were first carried out in the 18th century, the last excavations have taken place in the late 1990s, just before the Great Jubilee of 2000. The arch served as the finish line for the marathon athletic event for the 1960 Summer Olympics.
There has been much controversy over the origins of the arch, with some scholars claiming that it should no longer be referred to as Constantine's arch, but is in fact an earlier work from the time of Hadrian, reworked during Constantine's reign, or at least the lower part. Another theory holds that it was erected, or at least started, by Maxentius, and one scholar believed it was as early as the time of Domitian (81–96).
Whatever the faults of Maxentius, his reputation in Rome was influenced by his contributions to public building. By the time of his accession in 306 Rome was becoming increasingly irrelevant to the governance of the empire, most emperors choosing to live elsewhere and focusing on defending the fragile boundaries, where they frequently founded new cities. This factor contributed to his ability to seize power. By contrast Maxentius concentrated on restoring the capital, his epithet being conservator urbis suae (preserver of his city).
10.09.20
Александр
Beautiful arch)))
05.09.20
Andranik
So beautiful...
05.09.20
Martin
The Arch of Constantine (Italian: Arco di Costantino) is a triumphal arch in Rome dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great. The arch was commissioned by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constanti.. Read more »ne’s victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in AD 312. Situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill, the arch spans the Via triumphalis, the route taken by victorious military leaders when they entered the city in a triumphal procession. Dedicated in 315, it is the largest Roman triumphal arch, with overall dimensions of.21 m high, 25.9 m wide and 7.4 m deep. It has three bays, the central one being 11.5 m high and 6.5 m wide and the laterals 7.4 m by 3.4 m each. The arch is constructed of brick-faced concrete reveted in marble. @Wikipedia
30.07.20
Ron
Another historical landmark which is only a 2 minute walk from the Colosseum. The Arch of Constantine is yet another triumphal arch dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great. It was commissioned by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine&rs.. Read more »quo;s victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in AD 312. Great photo opportunity but fenced in away from the crowds.
29.07.20
Sam
Amazing architecture, between Colosseum and Roman Forum, must visit!!
11.06.20
Servicios
This was absolutely perfect! And I mean the whole experience - first we were greeted by Valeria, our amazing host who showed us around, gave us some useful tips and was altogether very nice to us. Secondly - the room itself was great (clean, modern, .. Read more »practical with all necessary facilities, comfortable bed and wonderful bathroom). Also - the location is great - you can actually see the Colosseo from the entrance since it's just about 5 minutes walk. The city center is then just about 10-15 minutes far. And last but not least - the breakfast was also great. You get fresh pastry, cappuccino, fruit, bread with ham and cheese, eggs (just anything you can hope for). And since we were leaving early on Saturday, Valeria left a hearty breakfast in our room the evening before. We have stayed in many different places mostly around Europe but this was one of the top ones and if we ever go back to Rome, I'm sure we'll stay here again. I can 100% recommend this place. Thank you, Valeria for great experience!
11.02.20
Kyle
The arch is massive and well maintained still. I wish they gave you more room to take better photos and appreciate it at all angles. Photos as of February 2020.
26.10.19
Sanjay
If having difficulty in finding this, it is beside the famous Colosseum, a triumphal arch erected by the Senate to honor the emperor as "liberator of the city and bringer of peace" after his victory in the battle of the Milvian Bridge in 31.. Read more »2. it’s in an open area so no need for a ticket.
The Arch of Constantine is the largest of its kind in Rome. Standing at 21m high it is clearly visible from the surrounding areas and is one of the most iconic landmarks in Rome. Some plinths display soldiers, other show prisoners and scenes of war, whilst others contain elaborate inscriptions.
When visiting the Colosseum, ensure to take ample time to admire this fantastic arch.
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