Fonte delle fate, Medieval fountain in Poggibonsi, Italy
The Fonte delle Fate features a portico with six double round arches supported by pilasters, incorporating an advanced water canalization system from the hill.
Built in the early 13th century and buried in 1484 during the construction of the Medici Fortress, the fountain remained hidden until its rediscovery in 1803.
The fountain's name, which translates to Fairy's Fountain, stems from local legends about supernatural beings inhabiting the spring and surrounding area.
Located at Via Fortezza Medicea along the Strada San Francesco, the fountain sits within an archaeological park that remains accessible throughout the year.
This travertine structure stands as the largest public fountain in the Siena province, demonstrating medieval hydraulic engineering techniques.
Location: Poggibonsi
GPS coordinates: 43.46001,11.14882
Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:29
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