The Araneta Coliseum, also known as the "Big Dome," is a historic landmark in the Philippines, located in the Araneta City, Cubao, Quezon City. J. Amado Araneta bought the land in 1952, envisioning a venue inspired by Madison Square Garden and the Roman Colosseum. Construction began in 1957 and was completed in 1959. The Coliseum opened on March 16, 1960, with a boxing match between Gabriel "Flash" Elorde and Harold Gomes, attracting over 33,000 spectators. At its opening, the Araneta Coliseum w