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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.
Where would the Romans go to watch chariot races?
Roman spectators watched chariot races in a circus. Circus in Roman times meant racecourse, it did not have the same meaning as today's word, circus. In the city of Rome itself, the Ciurcus Maximus was the main racecourse.
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.
Were chariot races held in the Colosseum?
No, the Colosseum was built for other entertainment purposes. Perhaps an occasional chariot race was held there, but the chariot races were held at special courses laid out for them, such as the Circus Maximus or Circus Flaminius.
How often were chariot races held?
At least 5,000 to 8,000 years. The ancient people of Egypt, Rome, Greece, China all had chariots.
