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The Roman Empire was remarkably technically advanced in their waterway systems, and part of this history can be celebrated in present day through the still-standing fountains of Rome. In many of the city's most recognisable squares and public spaces, historic fountains serve as central points of interest within their Rome surroundings. Many are easily accessible to enjoy during your trip to the city.
Likely one of the most famous fountains in the world, no visit to Rome would be complete without a stop at the Trevi Fountain. The fountain is known for its ornate baroque style and has been featured many times in popular culture, including in the celebrated Fellini film, La Dolce Vita. The fountain was originally conceived of by Bernini and completed by Nicola Salvi, who unveiled it under the inauguration of Pope Clement XIII in the late 1600s. The theme of the fountain is the sea. Thus, it features representations of Neptune and tritons. Two horses are featured prominently, representing the calm and wild states of the sea.
The Trevi Fountain is located in central Rome and is easily accessed by one of the many buses that pass along the nearby Via Del Tritone, or can be accessed on foot from two different Metro stations, Spagna or Barberini. Many other top Roman destinations are found within walking distance, including the Spanish Steps and the Pantheon.
Another masterpiece designed by Bernini is the Triton Fountain, which also dates from the XVII century. The fountain has undergone extensive restoration and now shines in a state comparable to its original design, honouring, of course, Triton, the Roman god of the sea son of Poseidon and Amphitrite, god and goddess of the sea. The god is perched atop an open shell supported by four dolphins. The water element streams from Triton’s conch shell at his mouth and cascades onto the stylised elements beneath him, before hitting the basin of the fountain itself.
The Triton Fountain is located at the centre of the Piazza Barberini, a busy square at the intersection of several major roadways. Visitors are advised to take care when crossing to the centre to visit the fountain. The fountain is accessible from the Metro stations Repubblica Teatro Opera or Spagna.
The Fountain of the Barcaccia, which in English means old boat, is a tribute to the great flood of the River Tiber in 1598. Records show that during this natural disaster, Romans traversed the city by boat, hence the design of this particular fountain, which also features imagery of suns and bees from the Barberini coat of arms. Its placement low to the ground makes it one of the easiest of Rome’s fountains to admire in detail.
The fountain is found in the Piazza di Spagna, at the base of the famous Spanish Steps and nearby to The Villa Borghese, with spectacular views of Rome, and the many celebrated shopping and dining areas in central Rome. The closest Metro station is Spagna.
At the heart of the charming Piazza Navona is another jewel in Rome’s fountain collection, the Fountain of the Four Rivers. The fountain was commissioned by Pope Innocent X in 1651 to celebrate the river Gods of the four continents known to Europeans at the time: the Danube for Europe, the Rio de la Plata from the Americas, the Nile in Africa and the Ganges of Asia. Designed once again by Bernini, the fountain features stone work from multiple well-known sculptors of the time, including Claude Poussin and Francesco Baratta. The fountain itself surrounds a towering Egyptian obelisk engraved with emblems of the Pamphili family.
The Fountain of the Four Rivers is easily accessible by public transportation by bus or via an enjoyable walk from Barberini Metro station.
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The luxury 5 star NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento is perfect for business or leisure travelers, and oozes Italian style. Located in Piazza dei Cinquecento, it's literally a couple of minutes from the platforms of Roma Termini Station. With a private garden featuring part of the ancient Roman ruins, the hotel is a calm charming oasis in a busy city. A metro, bus and tram stop are all on the doorstep, as well as onsite parking for guests arriving by car. Many world-famous sights such as Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, Teatro dell'Opera, Roman Colosseum, Circus Maximus and the Quirinal Palace lie just a short walk away.
The NH Collection Roma Vittorio Veneto hotel is in the heart of Rome. This hotel in Rome is near the city’s most popular street, Via Veneto, Villa Borghese Park, Piazza del Popolo, Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps. As for the building itself, it was once a Vatican-owned convent, but a 2009 refurbishment has given it plenty of contemporary style.
The NH Collection Roma Centro hotel has undergone a sophisticated refurbishment and ideally located in the exclusive Prati neighborhood, a residential area of Rome, near the Vatican City, the magnificent Sant'Angelo Bridge, Sant'Angelo Castle, Piazza Navona, Pantheon and direct connection to nearby neighborhoods such as Trastevere. It's location makes it perfect for both business and leisure trips.
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