Whenever you read about Rome particularly in a
travel brochure, you see a historical worn out monument which is the symbol of Rome. Yes, that is the most famous monument in Rome known as the "Colosseum" or "Coliseum" built by Emperor Vespasian of the Flavia family, and opened by his son Titus in 80 A.D. and that is why it is called as Flavius amphitheatre. You would be surprised to know that the highly ostentatious opening ceremony of Colosseum lasted one hundred days. At that occasion, the arena space was filled with water for one of the most fantastic events held in Roman times, naumachias, a real sea battles reproducing great battles of the past.
The Pope possesses a great position within Christian community whole over the world. He is considered as The Holy Father. In
Vatican City, the popes in church of Vatican teach true Christian faith. After the passing of Pope John Paul II, the principles of the apostolic tradition and the transmission of faith were addressed by Benedict XVI. Today in his catechesis to over 30 thousand pilgrims gathered in St Peter’s square for the weekly general audience, under a sun dappled sky. The Popes have such a respected status, that people enter into the Vatican churches with appropriate attire, not in shorts, miniskirts, sleeveless shirts or bare shoulders.
