Great Fire of Rome

The Great Fire of Rome began on the evening of 18-19 July 64 AD.^¹ The fire started in the merchant shops around Rome's chariot stadium, Circus Maximus.^¹ After six days, the fire was brought under control, but before the damage could be assessed, the fire reignited and burned for another three days.^¹ In the aftermath of the fire, nearly three quarters of Rome had been destroyed.^¹