Fontana del Carciofo, Marble fountain in Piazza Trieste e Trento, Italy.
The Artichoke Fountain is a marble monument on Piazza Trieste e Trento featuring two circular basins and a sculpture at the top. The white stone carving at the peak resembles an artichoke form, while decorated vase pairs line the sides of the structure.
The fountain was commissioned in 1955 by Mayor Achille Lauro after authorities rejected plans to move another fountain to the square. The monument became the solution to enhance the plaza with a fresh water feature.
The fountain sits beside the historic Cafe Gambrinus and serves as a meeting point where locals from across the city gather. People settle nearby with their coffee and watch the water flow gently into the basins.
The fountain sits in a busy plaza with neighboring cafes and is easy to reach during daylight hours. The monument has no restricted access and can be viewed at any time.
The fountain underwent major restoration in 2015 to preserve its original appearance and functioning water system. The work kept the fine details of the marble craftsmanship and the working water mechanism intact.
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