Trevi Fountain
As both works of art and sources of refreshment, Rome’s fountains accompany citizens and tourists throughout every corner of the capital.
The first fountains date back to Ancient Roman times and initially served a purely functional purpose.
Over the years, however, they evolved, and the aqueducts that supplied the city were often directed to a Mostra fountain, a magnificent work of art built to beautify the city and provide access to drinking water.
They were, and still are, elements of great beauty, showcasing the power and grandeur of those who commissioned them, from popes to Rome’s noble families.
Today, Rome has over 3,000 fountains and drinking fountains. In the heart of the historic centre, there are more than 200 nasoni. It is difficult to imagine Rome without its splendid fountains, an invaluable artistic and cultural heritage immortalised in cinematic masterpieces and serving as the backdrop to numerous historical events in the capital.
The most spectacular fountain in Rome, it is the Mostra of the Acqua Vergine. Designed by Nicola Salvi, it was inspired by Bernini.
Created by Bernini in 1651 for Pope Innocent X.
Designed by Giacomo della Porta in 1574 and renovated by Bernini in 1653, the fountain features a central statue of the Triton, traditionally known as the “Moor”.
Trevi Fountain
The most spectacular fountain in Rome, it is the Mostra of the Acqua Vergine. Designed by Nicola Salvi, it was inspired by Bernini.
Acqua Paola Fountain
Commissioned by Pope Paul V and designed by Giovanni Fontana in 1600, it draws water from Lake Bracciano.
Triton Fountain
Made of travertine by Bernini in 1643, it stands in front of Pope Urban VIII’s palace.
Fountain of the Naiads
Located in the centre of Piazza della Repubblica, it is considered the most beautiful of Rome's modern fountains.
Fountain of Moses
A Mostra fountain and terminal of the Felice aqueduct, it was commissioned by Pope Sixtus V, born Felice Peretti, after whom it is named.
Fountain of the Four Rivers
Created by Bernini in 1651 for Pope Innocent X.
Fountain of the Moor
Designed by Giacomo della Porta in 1574 and renovated by Bernini in 1653, it features a central statue of the Triton, traditionally known as the “Moor”.
Fountain of Neptune
Also known as the “Calderari Fountain” – named after the copper artisans who worked nearby - it was built in 1574 by Giacomo della Porta.
The Turtle Fountain
Made of African marble and designed by Giacomo della Porta in 1581, its turtles are replicas of the original bronze ones, which are now housed in the Capitoline Museums.
We upgraded the lighting systems of several historic fountains using LED technology. These interventions included the Acqua Paola Fountain on Via Garibaldi (Gianicolo), the Fountain of Moses in Largo di Santa Susanna, and the Fountain of Naiads in Piazza della Repubblica.
Rome’s Nasoni
