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The three turning posts at each end of the central dividing wall (spina) were called "metae". The narrow turn at the metae on the east end was particularly dangerous. It was also named the "taraxippus" which translates as "horse-terror" or "horse-disturber". (sing.- meta) See Circus Maximus for verification.
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What did they do in the circus Maximus?
The had many chariot races there and it was also a mass entertainment spot too
Why do the Romans like to race in chariots?
Because they had not has much entertainment as we have. They only had choice between theater, gladiator fights and chariot races. They liked chariot races because this is action, adrenaline, ect. Chariot races are like car races today.
Who was in charge of the chariot races?
It Was The Emporeor
How violent did chariot races get?
Although they were not as bad as gladiators, Chariot races were extremely violent. For example, if they were knocked off, they could be trampled to death by the horses.
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.
