ÒAsmara, 1890 Ð 1941 Compared To Modern TimesÓ, invites readers to explore Asmara, Eritrea's capital, through a photographic journey highlighting the city's various historical phases. It contrasts historical buildings with their modern counterparts. Asmara's modern history has been deeply influenced by Italian colonization. The Italians colonized Eritrea in the late 19th century, transforming Asmara into a key colonial outpost. On July 8, 2017, UNESCO recognized Asmara as a World Heritage Site, recognizing
its status as the "Modernist City of Africa."