The Sun Fountain, Fountain in Peterhof, Russia
The Sun Fountain features sixteen gilded dolphins around its pedestal, with a bronze column topped by rotating gilded disks that create water patterns.
Built between 1721 and 1724 by architect N. Michetti, the fountain underwent reconstruction after severe damage during World War II and resumed operation in 1956.
The fountain represents Russian engineering excellence by using natural water pressure instead of mechanical pumps to power its water displays and rotating mechanisms.
Visitors can observe the fountain's water displays from May through October, when the temperature allows the water systems to operate without freezing.
Inside the pedestal, a water wheel driven by pressure activates the rotation of the column, making the gilded disks spin and create silver water streams.
Location: Peterhof
GPS coordinates: 59.88555,29.91968
Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:07
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