Никольский фонтан, Federal cultural heritage fountain in Yakimanka district, Moscow, Russia
The Nikolsky Fountain is a monument featuring four bronze boy figures arranged around a red granite basin. The sculptures were created by Giovanni Vitali and represent the four major Russian rivers in artistic form.
The fountain was created by Giovanni Vitali in the 1830s and originally stood at Lubyanka Square, where it served as a water source. In 1934 it was moved to Neskuchny Garden, where it remains today.
The fountain displays four bronze boys, each representing one of Russia's major rivers: the Volga, the Dnieper, the Don, and the Neva. These sculptures reflect the importance of these waterways to the country's life and commerce.
The fountain is located in Neskuchny Garden and is easily accessible for visitors exploring the park. Water circulation is maintained by an electric pump system, so the fountain is typically operational during visits.
When the fountain first stood at Lubyanka Square, it served as the main water supply for cart drivers, delivering thousands of buckets daily. This practical role shifted when it was relocated to the garden, where it became primarily decorative.
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