Marconi obelisk, Modern obelisk in EUR district, Rome, Italy.
The Marconi Obelisk stands in Rome's EUR district and reaches a height of roughly 45 meters. Its surface consists of Carrara marble panels mounted on a concrete structure, displaying scenes from the inventor's life.
Construction began in 1939 for the 1942 World's Fair but was interrupted by World War II. The structure was finally completed in 1959 for the Rome Olympics.
The monument honors Guglielmo Marconi and celebrates his role in developing radio technology. The carved panels illustrate scenes from his life, making his contribution to modern communication visible to visitors.
The monument is located near Metro Line B's EUR Marconi station and is easy to reach on foot from there. Access is open and the surrounding area is level, making it convenient to visit.
Unlike Rome's classical obelisks with pointed tips, this monument features a truncated pyramid shape. This unusual geometry sets it visually apart from the city's other monuments.
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