Alexandra Fountain, Municipal fountain at Charing Cross intersection in Bendigo, Australia.
The Alexandra Fountain stands 8.5 metres high in a circular pool 15 metres across and 0.61 metres deep at the Charing Cross intersection. It is built from 20 tonnes of Harcourt granite, cast iron and painted stone, with lion-head spouts, four allegorical female figures, bronzed mer-horses and dolphins, and medallions of seashells, dolphins and tridents. A cast-iron fence and four lamps border the pool.
The fountain was designed by architect William Vahland in 1881 and named in honor of Princess Alexandra of Wales. Its creation came during a period of major economic transformation driven by gold discoveries in the region.
The fountain is named after Alexandra, Princess of Wales; its opening on 5 July 1881 drew her sons Prince Albert and Prince George. Look for the lion-head spouts, four allegorical female figures, and bronzed mer-horses and dolphins around the pool.
The fountain is located at a central intersection making it easy to find and access during the day. Visitors may sometimes encounter maintenance work or restricted access during restoration periods.
The fountain is built from 20 tonnes of Harcourt granite, brought from the Harcourt quarry area of central Victoria rather than local Bendigo stone. Its opening on 5 July 1881 was attended by Princes Albert and George, sons of Princess Alexandra, after whom it is named.
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