Verona's Ancient Roman Arena Undergoes Modernization for 2026 Winter Olympics Accessibility
Verona's ancient Roman Arena is set to receive significant upgrades to improve accessibility and safety in preparation for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games. The arena, originally built in the 1st Century for gladiator fights, will host the Olympic closing ceremony and the Paralympic opening ceremony. The renovations, part of an 18 million euro project, include the installation of wheelchair-accessible ramps and improved safety features. These changes aim to accommodate the expected 11,000 attendees for the Olympic closing ceremony and nearly 10,000 for the Paralympic opening ceremony. The project also involves enhancing the surrounding area with safer sidewalks and dedicated bike lanes. 
