Khaberni - The Eternal City celebrates the return of the finest Italian cars in the world to their historical homeland, where the weekend saw the launch of the inaugural edition of the "Anantara Concorso Roma" exhibition.
"Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Roma" Hotel hosted this exceptional event sponsored by "UBS" bank, transforming the heart of the Italian capital into a competitive arena combining the aroma of history and the art of engine engineering, under the motto "When driving turns into an art of living".
Rome regains the glory of historic Italian engines
Gathering more than 70 cars from the rarest and finest Italian models to participate in the first elegance competition in Rome in 60 years.
The hand-assembled cars were distributed across 16 time categories, ranging from models of the 1920s to the modern age, presenting a comprehensive display at historical sites like "Casina Valadier" and "Piazza Bucharest".
On Sunday, the "Maserati V4 Sport Zagato" model of 1932 was crowned "Best Car of the Show", a car nicknamed "Sedici Cilindri" with its 16-cylinder engine, which reappeared in Rome for the first time after a 90-year absence.
A tourism experience highlighting luxury
The exhibition attracted city residents and visitors who enjoyed viewing icons of the "Ferrari", "Lamborghini", and "Alfa Romeo" brands in the open air of Rome.
The event went beyond the technical display to offer a luxurious Roman hospitality experience and authentic Italian cuisine, supported by international partners such as "Richard Mille" and "American Express".
Alessandro Onorato, an official in Rome's municipality, confirmed that these events enhance the city's status as a dynamic destination supporting development, investment, and social responsibility, turning the passion for cars into an economic and tourist tool that serves the local community.
