Fontaine de Tourny, Monumental fountain at Parliament Building in Quebec City, Canada.
The Tourny Fountain stands 7 meters tall, featuring 43 water jets and multiple decorative sculptures depicting maritime themes and mythological figures.
Created by French sculptor Mathurin Moreau in 1853, the fountain earned recognition at the 1855 Paris World's Fair before being installed in Bordeaux.
The fountain symbolizes the enduring connection between Quebec and France through its French design and placement near the Parliament Building.
From November to April, the fountain operation ceases due to winter conditions, but illumination continues to enhance the evening cityscape.
Peter Simons discovered this fountain in poor condition at a French antique dealer and spent 4 million Canadian dollars on its restoration.
Location: Quebec
GPS coordinates: 46.80960,-71.21267
Latest update: March 7, 2025 07:01
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