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The Romans absorbed Chariot Racing from the Etruscans and quite possibly from the Greeks in southern Italy. Those two ethnic groups are known to have had chariot races and it was the first Tarquin
king of Rome (who was said to be Etruscan although this is being questioned) established the outline for the Circus Maximus.
Where/when the races actually began before the Romans participated is shrouded in time.
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What was the name of the building where roman chariot races where held?
The name of the building or arena where the Roman chariot races were held was the Circus Maximus in Rome and the Hippodrome in Byzantium/Constantinople.
How much were chariot races in roman times?
the type they raced with
Where in rome were chariot races held?
In Rome the chariot races were held mainly in the Circus Maximus. There was also the Circus Flaminius for races. A clue is the word "circus", which means racecourse. Any Roman structure with the word "circus" in its name, would be a racecourse.
What evidence is there about the Roman Races?
The Coliseum is pretty much proof itself that games and races were held. The are also many ancient documentions that account for chariot races firsthand.
Where did the roman enjoy chariot racing?
Chariot Races were held at the circus, which was the race track. Thecityof Rome had the Circus Maximus, the Circus Flaminius and the Circus Maxentius.
