The partnership between the Colosseum Archaeological Park and Airbnb, aimed at providing gladiator training to select visitors, has ignited controversy among Romans who view it as a degradation of a cultural icon.
Airbnb has committed $1.5 million towards the Colosseum's conservation efforts, but critics argue that turning a historical landmark into a ‘theme park’ undermines its cultural heritage and historical significance.
Massimiliano Smeriglio, a member of Rome's City Council, has voiced strong opposition to this initiative, highlighting the need to preserve the Colosseum's dignity and avoid transforming it into a commercialized attraction.
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