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20 Dazzling Fountains in Rome You Must See

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Fountains have been in Rome for over 2000 years, providing both drinking water and decoration. In 98 AD Rome had nine aqueducts which fed 39 fountains.

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Today, Rome has more than 2000 fountains. These vary from the monumental fountains to the tiny. Here are 20 of the most beautiful fountains in Rome.

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How could I not start with this renowned Baroque-style fountain? It’s a true artwork, consisting of Carrara marble statues and sea reefs made from travertine.

Fontana di Trevi (Trevi Fountain)

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This fountain in Piazza Mattei features bronzed turtles jumping off its top level.

Fontana Della Tartarughe (Turtle Fountain)

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The wonderfully named Fontana Della Barcaccia is located in Piazza di Spagna and can be seen from the Spanish Steps.

Fontana Della Barcaccia (Fountain of the Leaky Boat)

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These four late Renaissance fountains are located at the crossing of Via delle Quattro Fontane and Via del Quirinale.

Quattro Fontane (The Four Fountains)

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This beautiful fountain in the Testaccio area of Rome was designed by Pietro Lombardi.

Fontana Delle Anfore (Fountain of the Amphorae)

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