Aerial video of the world-renowned Colosseum and the Roman Forum reveals the impressive scale of Rome’s ancient heart.

The images highlight how these historic landmarks sit amid the modern city, offering a striking view of past and present side by side.

In a few weeks, Rome municipality is expected to inaugurate a long-awaited, new metro station right under the Colosseum.

The station will also host a museum.

AP video shot by: Paolo Santalucia