Plans to restore ancient Roman Colosseum meet with anger from Italian Restorers Association . It sits in the ancient heart of Rome and is an emblem of the city 's imperial history as well as an icon of Italy . They claim privately - funded plans will use non - specialist staff to clean and restore amphitheater . Colosseum Director refutes claim , says restoration project is hiring architectural restorers , ` ` not just workmen . '' Monument in need of funds and protection , demands cessation of all traffic around it .
Plans to restore ancient Roman Colosseum meet with anger from Italian Restorers Association . They claim privately - funded plans will use non - specialist staff to clean and restore amphitheater . Colosseum Director refutes claim , says restoration project is hiring architectural restorers , ` ` not just workmen . '' Monument in need of funds and protection , demands cessation of all traffic around it .