EUR
Built in 1938 under Mussolini, Esposizione Universale di Roma (EUR) was meant to host the 1942 World’s Fair, celebrating 20 years of fascist rule. With World War II, construction halted in 1943, leaving many structures unfinished. Post-war, EUR was completed and expanded, blending monumental fascist-era architecture with modern developments. Designed on a classical Roman grid, EUR was envisioned as a link between Rome and the sea, emphasizing power and grandeur. Today, it has evolved into a business district, where sleek high-rises contrast with historic buildings now housing museums. This photo series captures EUR’s distinctive atmosphere, where rigid symmetry meets the ever-changing face of modern Rome.
