Fontana del Tritone, Monumental fountain in Municipio square, Naples, Italy
The Fontana del Tritone is a monumental fountain located in the square in front of Naples Town Hall featuring a central Triton figure wielding a trident at its core. Four lions hold shields around the composition while two sea creatures complete the sculptural ensemble.
The fountain was created in the early 1600s during Spanish rule over Naples. It was later relocated multiple times before taking its current position in front of Town Hall in 2015.
The name derives from Triton, a figure from Greek mythology representing the seas and their power. Visitors today encounter a monument that has been woven into Naples' city identity for centuries.
The fountain sits in a central public square and is freely accessible without any entrance fees. You can view it during daytime hours and it is easily reached from multiple directions around the plaza.
The fountain carries the scars of Naples' turbulent history through conflict and unrest that the city witnessed. Multiple restorations over the centuries have repaired damage from these events, making it a survivor of the city's dramatic past.
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