Neptune fountain, Baroque fountain in Upper Garden of Petergof, Russia.
Neptune Fountain is a Baroque fountain in the Upper Garden of Petergof with a central statue of the god Neptune sitting on a granite base. Around this main figure are additional sculptures of horses, dolphins, and dragons that form a complete artistic composition.
The fountain was originally created in Nuremberg during the 17th century and later purchased by a Russian emperor who brought it to Petergof. This relocation made it an important part of the palace complex near the Baltic Sea.
The fountain tells stories of ancient sea gods through its sculptures displayed in the open garden. Visitors can see representations of horses, dolphins, and winged dragons that celebrate water and nature.
The fountain uses a natural water system from nearby hills that operates without machines and keeps water flowing continuously. Visitors see it best during warmer months when the system is operating at full capacity.
Many of the sculptures at this fountain are made of lead covered with gold plating, which both increases their beauty and protects them over time. These gold surfaces shine especially on sunny days and give the fountain an elegant appearance.
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