According to tradition, in what year did Romulus found Rome?
Answer753 BC (April 21)
Rome still celebrates its birthday every April 21 with costumed parades and cultural events.
Source: Turismo Roma (official tourism site of Rome) turismoroma.it
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6 sourced facts about Rome, Italy, each with the context behind the number. 4 more are in today's round and appear here after it closes.
The basics
Since February 2026, how much do non-residents pay to get close to the Trevi Fountain?
Answer€2
Rome introduced the ticket to manage crowds at one of its most overwhelmed landmarks; after 10 p.m. access is free.
Source: CNN Travel cnn.com
Going deeper
Why is the Flavian Amphitheatre known as the Colosseum?
AnswerA colossal statue nearby
It was built in the 1st century CE under the emperors of the Flavian dynasty.
Source: Parco archeologico del Colosseo colosseo.it
About how much money in tossed coins is collected from the Trevi Fountain each year?
Answeraround €1.5 million
The coins are donated to the Catholic charity Caritas, which funds programs for people in need.
Source: CNN Travel cnn.com
Expert level
Which emperor rebuilt the Pantheon into the building that stands today?
AnswerHadrian (between AD 118 and 128)
It is one of the best-preserved buildings of ancient Rome, nearly 1,900 years old.
Source: Encyclopaedia Britannica britannica.com
In the legend of Rome's founding, how many vultures did Romulus see from the Palatine Hill?
Answertwelve (Remus saw six)
The omen made Romulus the first King of Rome; the city later spread over its famous seven hills.
Source: Turismo Roma (official tourism site of Rome) turismoroma.it
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