Fountains in Rome

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  • Raffaela79
    Cardross, UK202 contributions
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    Great I like that they limit the amount of people going near at the same time. Looked just as beautiful as I remembered it, even on a rainy day . Great
    Written February 14, 2025
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  • TravelingSoccerLoon
    Saint Paul, MN7,991 contributions
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    The Fountain of the Four Rivers designed by famed sculpturer Gian Lorenzo Bernini in 1651 is the centerpiece of the atmospheric Piazza Navona and creates a beautiful sight. It was originally controversially constructed for Pope Innocent X who had his family palace at adjacent Palazzo Pamphili. In the center is a copy of an Egyptian obelisk topped by the Pamphili family emblem of a dove with an olive branch. Surrounding this is four river gods representing the major rivers of the four continents under the authority of the Pope- the Nile representing Africa, the Danube representing Europe, the Ganges representing Asia, and the Río de la Plata representing the Americas. The fountain is particularly beautiful at night as is the entire Piazza Navona when it is illuminated. Come experience it early in the morning or later at night to avoid the crowds that are here most of the day.
    Written November 8, 2024
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  • Simon
    Newcastle upon Tyne, UK196 contributions
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    We arrived here after walking down a different way from Janiculum hill and come across this fountain. Really great view of the fountain which is big. Also you can cross the road and see Rome from high up.
    Written July 13, 2024
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  • Herbert C
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    Although not as famous as the Trevi Fountain, the Fontana della Barcaccia (Fountain of the Boat) probably enjoys one of the best backdrop amongst the many fountains in Rome. Located at the base of the Spanish Steps, with the steps and the hilltop Trinita dei Monti church in the background, this Baroque-style fountain from the 17th century uniquely features a sinking waterlogged boat with water spouting out. Despite often teeming with crowds, it is still a perfect place to relax, take a photo or simply enjoy the charismatic energy of the surrounding area.
    Written January 29, 2024
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA19,134 contributions
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    We sat in the cafe and gazed at this lovely and large fountain in the middle of a big plaza. Water gushing. Some traffic around. Not too many tourists.
    Written July 13, 2024
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  • Brad
    Hong Kong, China181,206 contributions
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    This is a very interesting series of four public fountains placed at the four street corners of the Via Quattro Fontana and Via del Quirinale intersection. The fountains were built between 1588-93 to provide clean drinking water to the neighbourhood. What you will find are four uniquely different scenes with statues posing atop semicircular basins. The fountains represent the goddesses Diana and Juno along with the Rivers Aniene and Tiber. Be patient and mindful while photo taking, lots of pedestrian and cars passing through this small intersection.
    Written April 24, 2024
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  • Brad
    Hong Kong, China181,206 contributions
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    This is a fun fountain located just outside Piazza Mattei in the Jewish Quarter. It was built between 1581-88 based on the design of Giacomo della Porta. Originally it didn't have the turtles for which the fountain is now best known. The original turtles were added by Bernini in 1658 but due to repeated theft, they are now in the Capitoline Museums while those you see today are copies.

    What you see is a large bowl with four turtles climbing in and out. Below are four children upon dolphins, each reaching up to one of the turtles. Water spouts from the four dolphins as well as open shells situated around the fountain, filling in the ground level basin below. Its a fun, somewhat whimsical fountain, easy to enjoy for both adults and children alike. Definitely worth spending a few minutes to enjoy if passing through this area of Rome.
    Written March 9, 2024
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  • TravelingSoccerLoon
    Saint Paul, MN7,991 contributions
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    Located at the north end of the atmospheric Piazza Navona, this fountain adds to the beauty of the square. The fountain dates back to the 16th century although the statues including Neptune fighting an octopus were added in 1878.
    Written November 8, 2024
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  • Cris H
    Pittsburgh, PA902 contributions
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    There wasn’t any information about this fountain in the Square, but you can Google it pretty easily to find out more information on it. It’s lovely a really nice representation of a Roman fountain and the flowing water certainly added character. I appreciate that they were covering for all of the men as well other than the main character.
    Written February 10, 2025
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  • TravelingSoccerLoon
    Saint Paul, MN7,991 contributions
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    Picturesque square and site of the Palazzo Farnese built in the 1500s and residence of the powerful Farnese family. It is a beautiful example of Renaissance architecture and Michelangelo had a role in its design. The palace has been very influential in the design of future Renaissance buildings. Today it serves as the French embassy. At the piazza are also twin fountains from the 16th century. They are made from repurposed stones tubs found at the ancient Roman Baths of Caracalla. I found that visiting at night was very enjoyable as the piazza was quiet and the scene serene.
    Written December 13, 2024
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  • Brad
    Hong Kong, China181,206 contributions
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    Rome is a lot of things, it is a city of ruins. It is a city of churches. And then more churches. It is also a city of fountains, especially around the historic city centre where most tourists will spend a majority of their time sightseeing. You'll see fountains quite regularly placed around the city, much to do with the development of aqueducts over the centuries and the age old problem of needing to distribute fresh water to residents of various quarters throughout the centuries.

    For sightseeing purposes, Trevi Fountain and the two decorative fountains at Piazza Navona, Triton Fountain (Barberini), Fontana dell'Acqua Paola (Travestere) and Turtle Fountain (Piazza Mattei) are amongst my very favourite to see while wandering the city streets. But there are dozens of others that are worth making time to view when passing them by. If you've been to Rome a few times, you probably know which you prefer. If not, might not hurt to do a bit of research to see pictures of those which seem interesting enough to include in your sightseeing schedule around the city.
    Written June 5, 2024
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  • TravelingSoccerLoon
    Saint Paul, MN7,991 contributions
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    This 16th century fountain is found in front of the Pantheon on the Piazza della Rotunda. It was commissioned by Pope Gregory XIII and was constructed by Giacomo della Porta. The Egyptian obelisk was added later. The scene of the fountain and obelisk with the Pantheon behind makes for a beautiful photo.
    Written December 14, 2024
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  • dapper777
    Monaco68,595 contributions
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    We have seen it many times! It is certainly one of the most beautiful of the modern fountains in Rome, built with the aim of providing a monumental perspective to the Via Nazionale, when it was very elegant and famous.
    It was built in 1888 on a project by Alessandro Guerrieri who wanted four plaster lion statues around the large circular basin.
    These were replaced by the sculptor Mario Rutelli in 1901 by four bronze groups representing the Nymph of the Lakes, the Nymph of the Rivers, the Nymph of the Oceans and the Nymph of the Underground Waters.
    If you arrive in Rome by train, it is the first really fascinating thing that strikes you, as soon as you leave Termini Station.
    It is nice to see it in the evening because the lights make everything much more beautiful and evocative.
    Recommended.
    Written January 31, 2021
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  • Brad
    Hong Kong, China181,206 contributions
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    This is a very nice fountain monument located at Piazza San Bernardo that is also referred to as the Moses Fountain. It is the work of architect Domenico Fontana (1585-88) and features a centrepiece sculpture of Moses along with two reliefs at his side under a three arch structure. Water spills from under each into a ground level basin. It is a in interesting and attractive fountain to view if planning on sightseeing in the area.
    Written April 24, 2024
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  • TravelingSoccerLoon
    Saint Paul, MN7,991 contributions
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    Located at the piazza in front of the Church of Santa Maria in Trastevere. The fountain isn't overly interesting in its design but is historically significant as it is thought to be the oldest fountain in the city of Rome dating back to the 8th century. It has been rebuilt and modified several times. The present fountain is attributed to Donato Bramante, the architect of St Peter's Basilica, with later modifications by Bernini and Carlo Fontana.
    Written December 12, 2024
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