Gladiator fight show in the archaeological history park, Xanten, Germany

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4992 x 3328 px | 42.3 x 28.2 cm | 16.6 x 11.1 inches | 300dpi

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16 June 2007

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Xanten, Germany

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DEU Germany Xanten Romans festival in the Archeological Park Historic show of daily roman life of normal people and military personal Biggest european roman festival with groups from all over Europe

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