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Marokkanerbrunnen, Ornamental water well in Landstrasse district, Vienna, Austria

The Marokkaner Fountain features three mosaic-decorated sections with Arabic inscriptions and water flowing into three semicircular basins beneath a carved wooden roof.

The fountain commemorates the 1783 trade and friendship treaty between Morocco and the Austrian monarchy, with the Moroccan ambassador establishing a mission on this street.

The fountain incorporates traditional Moroccan craftsmanship through zellige tilework, wooden sculptures, and Koranic verses displayed in Arabic calligraphy on its surface.

The fountain serves as a drinking water source for visitors and residents, operating from spring through fall to prevent frost damage during winter months.

King Hassan II of Morocco presented this fountain in 1998 as a personal gift to Austria, marking both countries' diplomatic relationship and Austria's millennium celebration.

Location: Vienna

GPS coordinates: 48.19910,16.37990

Latest update: March 4, 2025 05:03

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