Rome’s Colosseum – falling apart

28/12/11 07:17 CET

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Rome’s Colosseum is dropping to bits – literally.

Another small stone fragment is said to have become displaced from the front of the world famous amphitheatre. It is the second report of fallen masonry in as many days.

Italian environmental groups blame exhaust fumes and vehicle vibrations for the damage.

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