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A planned district built under Mussolini for a 1942 world's fair that never happened — wide boulevards and stark modernist landmarks.
Why visit
A striking architectural contrast to the rest of Rome — rationalist buildings like the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana, sometimes called the "Square Colosseum," are unlike anything in the historic center.
Who it suits
Architecture-focused travelers, and anyone looking for a half-day detour outside the usual sightseeing route. Not a typical base for a first visit.
What to know
Well connected by metro line B, about 20 minutes from Termini, making it an easy add-on rather than a full day trip.