Landmark
Fiat Tagliero Building
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The Fiat Tagliero Building is an architectural marvel that looks like an airplane poised for takeoff. Designed in 1938 by Giuseppe Pettazzi, this former service station features two massive cantilevered concrete wings that extend 30 meters on each side, unsupported by any columns. The building's streamlined, aerodynamic form reflects the Futurist movement's fascination with speed and technology. Today, it stands as a landmark of Asmara's modernist architecture, drawing visitors who marvel at its daring design and engineering.
Don't miss
- Stand beneath the iconic cantilevered wings to appreciate their scale and engineering.
- Photograph the building's airplane-like silhouette from various angles.
- Learn about the building's history as a Fiat service station and its restoration.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Fiat Tagliero Building
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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