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What is the current situation in Rome?

Is it crowded? Recently I booked an apartment but they cancelled it, they told me for security reasons, so Im curious about the situation in Rome? Im planning the trip there

Colosseum Echoes?

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I went to the Colosseum last week, absolutely breathtaking. The sheer scale of it... wow. But I was surprised how little information was readily available about the daily lives of the gladiators *ou… more

That's a great question! The Colosseum's grandeur overshadows the everyday lives of those who worked and lived there. You'll have better luck looking into archaeological findings and scholarly articles than general tourist guides. Try searching academic databases like JSTOR or Project MUSE using keywords like "gladiator social life," "gladiator housing," or "gladiator family life." You might also find some good stuff in books focused on Roman social history – look for titles that specifically delve into the lower classes and marginalized communities of the time. It's a niche area, but with some focused searching, you should uncover some fascinating details.

Wow, thanks! That's way more helpful than I expected. JSTOR and Project MUSE... hadn't even thought of those. I was just picturing tourist brochures and stuff, completely overlooking the academic side of things. You're right, it's probably not something easily summarized for the casual visitor. I'll definitely give those databases a shot. Appreciate the detailed suggestions!

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