Fountain of the Eagle, Renaissance fountain in Vatican Gardens, Vatican City.
The Fontana dell'Aquilone features an octagonal base with dragons and Borghese eagles, rising through multiple tiers to reach a height of 8 meters.
Pope Paul V commissioned Carlo Maderno to redesign the fountain in 1614, replacing one of the lower basins while maintaining the original granite base.
The fountain symbolizes the importance of water management in Vatican City, drawing its supply from Lake Bracciano through the restored Trajan Aqueduct.
The fountain remains accessible through guided Vatican Gardens tours, which require advance reservations and proper dress code adherence.
The fountain's design incorporates a complex water system that creates multiple cascading effects through its various basins and architectural elements.
GPS coordinates: 41.90388,12.45158
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:05
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