Fountain of the 99 Water Spouts, Gothic fountain in Quarto di San Giovanni, Italy.
The travertine structure features three inward-facing pools and multiple rows of carved maskerons spouting water through stone channels.
Built in 1272 by architects Tancredi da Pentima and Girolamo Pico Fonticulano, the fountain commemorates the unification of neighboring villages into L'Aquila.
The 93 carved figures on the fountain spouts depict different faces of men, women, monks, knights, and mythical creatures of medieval times.
Located near L'Aquila train station, the fountain remains accessible throughout the year and continues to provide cold water to visitors.
A Templar cross marks the wall above the fountain, while the source of its continuously flowing cold water remains undiscovered after 700 years.
Location: L'Aquila
Inception: 1272
Architects: Tancredi da Pentima, Girolamo Pico Fonticulano
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Made from material: travertine
Address: Piazza San Vito - 67100 L'Aquila AQ 67100
GPS coordinates: 42.34961,13.38961
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:37
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