What happened in the Circus Maximus?

Experience the Circus Maximus: Rome's largest chariot racing venue, hosting 150,000 fans. Discover its history, thrilling races, and legendary charioteers.

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0:00 Introduction
0:40 A brief history of the Circus Maximus, from Romulus to Trajan
3:48 A day at the races: the start of the race and the mappa
4:17 the Carceres - Starting gates
6:13 The Auriga - charioteer
7:19 The Factions
7:45 Other attendants on the track
8:25 The euripus or spina
9:39 Metae
10:28 Lap counters (2)
11:25 Finish line
11:51 Famous charioteers: Diocles and Scorpus

The animation was created for the American Institute for Roman Culture by animator Andrea Troiani!

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