Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana

"The Colosseo Quadrato or 'Square Colosseum', as Romans call it, or the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana (Palace of Italian Civilisation), is an emblem of the Rationalist architecture of the Fascist period. Its geometric lines and symmetrical arches create a play of light and shadow that makes every shot incredibly fascinating. The building, inaugurated in 1940, represents a dialogue between past and future, a nod to the Colosseum and a reference to Futurism." - The MICHELIN Guide

"Rome is fascinating in countless ways, but in none more so than the eras of history evident in its iconic architectural landmarks. If you need a respite from the obvious sights to see, take public transit to the little-visited EUR district south of the city. Here, Mussolini planned a world exposition to open in 1942. But then World War II broke out and the palazzo sat empty for many years, until Fendi set up shop there in 2015. It’s a stunning example of symmetry and stone, stark in its grandeur and a silent witness to the follies of mankind." - ATLAS_OBSCURA