Why The MAXXI is Worth a Visit
Many art museums around the world attract visitors due to their collections or the striking architecture of their buildings, but among them, the Museum of Art of the XXI century (MAXXI) shines for the blend of its unique contemporary qualities and the vision behind it. Established as a Foundation in 2009 by the Ministry for Cultural Heritage and Activities, since its inception the MAXXI was conceived as a laboratory for cultural experimentation and innovation, a center for events and cultural activities, a hub to concentrate the study, research and production of contemporary art and design. The building and its location encapsulate all these goals. The organic inspiration of the building is evident from the very first moment we arrive and are welcomed by a chorus of sounds designed to spark the visitor's imagination. This perception continues as we enter the building and feel as if swallowed by a giant whale, and then we are confronted by a maze of staircases connecting the...
