Roman Colosseum closed for first time since COVID-19

The Roman Colosseum was closed to the public after the death of a worker. This was reported by the Italian Ministry of Culture. This is the first time the Colosseum has been closed to the public in its normal operating hours since the COVID-19 pandemic.

On the night of September 22-23, 22-year-old industrial climber Andrea Moretti mounted the Coliseum lighting system at a height. He fell from a height of 10 meters and died. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident.

The Colosseum is usually open to visitors daily except December 25 and January 1. On several occasions, it was closed to the public for several hours during visits by dignitaries or ceremonies such as prayers for peace. It was also shut down for several weeks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jana Christmas