Colosseum Closed

Yes that is correct, due to a government strike we were unable to tour the Colosseum. I can understand the need to strike and in this case it was for pay rises (government pay has been frozen in Italy for 2 years) and response to job cuts. 


But when the strike effects one of the most important landmarks to mankind then there should be alternate options. Striking has not really helped the cause in Italy, most of the impact has been for us tourists. Without flexible schedules there would be many people like us unable to see inside other than holding the camera through the bars.

It is also forbidden for tourists to enter on 28/09/2012

Looking inside to the inner circle at the Colosseum.

One of the souvenir vendors outside the Colosseum

The modern time Gladiators, no Russle Crow! 

We also spent a little time overlooking the ruins, these were also closed. Even not being able to enter the ruins or Colosseum we were both very excited to finally see them both with our own eyes.