Fontaine de la Rotonde, Central fountain at Place de la Rotonde, Aix-en-Provence, France.
The fountain extends 32 meters in width and rises 12 meters high, featuring bronze sculptures of lions, sirens, and angels mounted on swans.
The fountain, designed by Théophile de Tournadre and completed in 1860, initially received water from the Zola Canal before transitioning to the Verdon Canal in 1875.
Three female statues at the top represent Justice facing the Palais de Justice, Commerce toward Marseille, and Fine Arts oriented toward Avignon.
The fountain marks the intersection of major boulevards in Aix-en-Provence and provides a central meeting point for visitors exploring the city center.
The structure incorporates cast iron in its basin design, marking the first implementation of this material in fountain construction within Aix-en-Provence.
Location: Aix-en-Provence
Inception: 1860
Creator: Louis-Félix Chabaud, Joseph-Marius Ramus, François Truphème
Made from material: marble
Address: Place du Général-de-Gaulle
GPS coordinates: 43.52640,5.44556
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
The Cours Mirabeau and Renaissance fountains define Aix-en-Provence's center. Notable structures include Saint-Sauveur Cathedral and Hôtel de Caumont. The landscape features Montagne Sainte-Victoire and Valensole lavender fields. The old town contains narrow streets, mansions, and markets. Museums display art from classical to modern periods, including works by Cézanne and Vasarely.
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