The Giant Fountain
600 meters south of Plebiscite Square, Naples, Italy
Description:
The Giant Fountain is one of the most famous attractions of Naples, very popular among tourists. The fountain is located in the historical center of the city, in the area of the embankment, from where a picturesque view of the bay opens.
The Giant Fountain was built in the early seventeenth century by two talented Italian architects, Pietro Bernini and Michelangelo Naccherino. Before finally taking place at the waterfront, the fountain changed many addresses.
The Giant Fountain consists of three high arches, on top of which are large marble coats of arms, symbolizing the power of the king over the city. Under the central arch there is a fountain bowl where water flows, and under the side arches there are statues of gods fighting with various sea creatures. Also, the fountain is decorated with caryatids - female figures, as if supporting the entire structure.
The height of the fountain is more than ten meters - the building is very majestic, monumental and beautiful, it easily attracts the views of tourists and guests of the city.