Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

Located near the city’s outskirts, the hippodrome is where athletic competitions and chariot races are held. The venue draws crowds for public events and sports, offering entertainment and fostering a sense of unity among citizens. As a gathering place for the city, the hippodrome helped maintain cultural connections with the Greek world, where such events were highly popular, providing an opportunity for socialization and civic pride.

A vast, oval-shaped racecourse surrounded by grand marble stands packed with cheering spectators, adorned with colorful banners fluttering in the breeze, against a backdrop of rolling hills under a brilliant, azure sky.