Asmara Modernist Architecture

★ 4.5🇪🇷 AsmaraSuggested visit Half day

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Africa's most complete Italian Futurist cityscape.

Overview

Inscribed for its 1930s modernism, Asmara keeps the winged Fiat Tagliero service station plus cinemas and boulevards that earned it the nickname Little Rome.

Highlights

•The winged Fiat Tagliero station
•Opera house and boulevard cafes

Practical tips

•The centre is best on foot
•Strong highland sun — use sunscreen

Practical information

Best time: Oct-Mar

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