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Fontana di Trevi (Trevi Fountain) is the largest of the Baroque fountains of Rome. It is 85 feet high (25.9 meters) and 65 feet wide (19.8 meters).
The fountain is at the juncture of three roads and it marks the terminal point of the Aqua Virgo, an ancient aqueduct that supplied water ... Read review
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stylish and modern residence which combines the Italian traditions of hospitality with professional service. The strategic location is only moments away fromthe Spanish Steps; the Pantheon; Navona Square; Campo de Fiori; the Colosseum; Vatican City,Shopping Centre, Museum Area,Near Subway, Old Town.
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Enjoy unbeatable views of the world-famous Trevi Fountain from beautifully decorated rooms.All rooms are spacious and stylish, with modern facilities including plasma-screen satellite television, free WiFi internet access and tea and coffee-making facilities. Relais Fontana di Trevi is not only close to the famous fountains. Most of Rome’s most visited sights are just a stroll away. Reach the Spanish Steps and the Pantheon and Colosseum in just 5-10 minutes. Great shopping streets are also to be found just a few metres away and the area surrounding the Relais is full of cafés and typical restaurants.Please note the renovated building is served by a lift , but reception is on the first floor, so you will have to climb a few steps to reach it .
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Fontana di Trevi (Trevi Fountain) is the largest of the Baroque fountains of Rome. It is 85 feet high (25.9 meters) and 65 feet wide (19.8 meters).
The fountain is at the juncture of three roads and it marks the terminal point of the Aqua Virgo, an ancient aqueduct that supplied water to Rome. In 19 BC the Romans located a pure water source 14 miles from the city (from the Salone Springs) and Aqua ... ...with water. It served Rome for more than four hundred years.
In 1730 Pope Clement XII organised a contest which Nicola Salvi actually lost - but was awarded the commission anyway. Work began in 1732 and the fountain was completed thirty years later in 1762.
Legend has it that it is lucky to throw coins with one's right hand over one's left shoulder into the Trevi Fountain. The legend of the coin throwing is actually ... more
This was one of the first attractions that we visited when we were in Rome and it was a very enjoyable experience.
Fontana di Trevi (Trevi Fountain) is the largest of the Baroque fountains of Rome. It is 85 feet high (25.9 meters) and 65 feet wide (19.8 meters).
The fountain is at the juncture of three roads and it marks the terminal point of the Aqua Virgo, an ancient aqueduct that supplied water to Rome. In 19 BC the Romans located a pure water source 14 miles from the city (from the Salone Springs) and Aqua Virgo supplied the fountains of the historic centre of Rome with water. It served Rome for more than four hundred years.
In 1730 Pope Clement XII organised a contest which Nicola Salvi actually lost - but was awarded the commission anyway. Work began in 1732 and the fountain was completed thirty years later in 1762.
Legend has it that it is lucky to throw coins with one's right hand over one's left shoulder into the Trevi Fountain. The legend of the coin throwing is actually that if you throw one coin, you are ensured a return to Rome; two coins to get married; and three to get divorced! When I was there I wasn't aware of the latter two of the legend and so I'm glad I only threw one coin in! It was difficult to get to the front to throw a coin in but the second time we went it was a little bit quieter so there was a small space for me stand. If you walk near the edge though, when people move you can get in quite easily (well, easier than you can if you stand on the path at the top!)
When we set off to go and visit the Fountain, we didn't really know where we were going (but luckily we had a map!!) It seemed to take us a while to get there from where we set off. (However, once we got our bearings it wasn't as far as we first thought) It is quite near The Spanish Steps and Piazza Navona. We walked along a long street of shops, which had quite a few side streets. Trevi Fountain was along one of the side streets. I was fascinated how we were just walking along a fairly quiet street when all of a sudden we turned a corner and we were right in front of Trevi Fountain which was teaming with people!
Trevi Fountain is the most famous fountain in Rome and I think it is also the most beautiful. We visited the fountain on three occasions, each time it was just as packed with people as the last! It was very difficult to move around the fountain, as there were hundreds of people sitting down. Also, there were lots of people taking photos so it was difficult not to walk in front of someone's camera.
There are quite a few people selling Roses around the area of the fountain. The first time we went, a Rose seller pushed 3 roses in my hand before I knew what was happening and told me I could have them. He then asked my parents for 3Euro's! (about £2.10) I didn't want the roses and my parents didn't want to pay so this was rather inconvenient! We handed two of the roses back and against our better judgement handed the man 1 Euro! After that we made sure that no one could push unwanted roses into my hands! So be aware that they tell you they are free then ask for money!! (We did think it strange that they said they were giving them away!)
We went to the Fountain twice during the day and once at dusk. Unfortunately we didn't see it when it was dark because we would have missed the courtesy bus back to the hotel. It was really pretty during the day and at dusk. It would have been lovely to stay an extra 20 minutes or so to see it in the dark (all lit up) as I have heard it is fantastic. Maybe the coin I threw in will one day take me back to Rome so I can see the Fountain at night. Who knows?
There is a wonderful ice-cream shop just a little way past the Fountain called San Crispino. We read in a guide book that it is considered by the Roman's the best ice cream in Italy, which is close to saying that it is the best ice cream in the world! I couldn't read a statement like that without trying it for myself so we asked a policeman where it was and we found it quite easily. This ice-cream shop only serves ice cream in cups (not cones) as cones contain artificial ingredients. The ice cream was delicious and it was made with real fruit which is in season (which unfortunately meant no strawberry when I was there!) If you are at Trevi Fountain and you like ice cream I think San Crispino's is well worth a visit!
There are also nice Pizza shops near Trevi Fountain so you can easily get something to eat.
Trevi Fountain was not as big I'd pictured it but it was still large. It is beautiful and it is well worth a visit if you are in Rome! Visiting the actual fountain is free but the Pizza and ice cream isn't :-) so make sure you have some money for food!! Also don't forget to take your coin (or coins) to throw into the water!
Trevi Fountain is easy to find if you have a map of the city and follow the signposts.
Advantages: Magnificent edifice. Disadvantages: Nothing at all
~ ~ One of the most famous and well known tourist attractions in Rome is the famous Trevi Fountain, just a hop, skip, and jump from the equally famous Spanish Steps, and next door to the “English Ghetto” area, where the renowned romantic poets Keats and Shelley both sat and drank their Chianti while composing their immortal prose.
~ ~ Immortalised forever in the famous 1954 movie, “Three Coins In The Fountain”, the legend ... ...left shoulder into the waters of this fountain will ensure that they will once again visit the famous ancient city of Rome before they die.
Thus literally millions of coins are thrown into its waters, that are then collected by the Roman authorities and the money donated to worthwhile charities. ~ ~ The fountain was originally built in the early 18th century, and was the work of an architect called Nicola Salvi, who won a competition run to find ...
the_mad_cabbie 31.12.2000 (22.06.2001)
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Advantages: A wonder! Disadvantages: The crowds - visit early morning whilst they're still in bed!
I visited Rome in May and this was top on my list of sights to visit. I was not disappointed. It is just stunning and I could have spent all day there looking at it. It is built into the back of a building, out of a lovely white stone. Smaller than I expected but extremely beautiful nonetheless.
You should throw a coin in the fountain - stand with your back to it, coin in your right hand and fling the coin over your left shoulder making a wish at ...
Angelama 27.07.2000
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Advantages: Breathtaking Disadvantages: You have to leave sometime!
I fully recommend anyone and everyone visiting the Trevi Fountain in Rome, Italy.
It is the most magical place i have ever been and it truly takes your breath away. I recommend you going at night if it is possible as the lighting behind the fountain show's it at its best.
The fountain itself is not the same as you would maybe imagine ... if you have never seen photos that is. It is not something that you walk all the way round for example, it is ... ...first fountain at the site was built in 1453 by Pope Nikolaus V., financed from wine-taxes. In 1732 Clemens XII ordered the current fountain to be built, and about 30 years later his predecessor Clemens XIII christined it. It is suspected that the architect was Nicola Salvi, but that is not a known fact. The sculpture in the middle is Neptun or Oceanus. The 2 tritons were created by Pietro Bracci: the left one trying to tame a fiery horse (symbolizing ...
helen22022 08.06.2006
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If you do love the city of Rome and you wish you go back,the best place to make this wish is at the Fonana di Trevi-remember the song " Three coins in a fountain". Legends says that by throwing a coin over your left shoulder into the fountain guarantees a return to this beautiful city. Throwing three coins mean you will get love,luck and be able to return to Rome!!. I threw three down the fountain the last time I was there - really hope this comes ...
medgenie 03.07.2008
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Advantages: A must see location Disadvantages: Crowds plus numerous merchandise sellers
Perhaps the expectation was too great - I can still remember the film which depicted a tranquil magical scene. In reality the location is a corner packed with people at all times of day and night with the usual fast food outlets very close by. Not a place that you would sit and admire for very long due to the continuous buzz and push of the many visitors. Close wheelchair access would be difficult if not impossible. Many locals selling cheap souvenirs ...
Alfresco 02.06.2006
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This baroque marble masterpiece stands 85 feet high and 65 feet wide, dominates the square in which it stands and is constantly crowded by tourists such is its popularity. Like many of the wonderful sights of Rome, this is free to go and see. Walking down the narrow cobbled streets you can here the crescendo of noise as the water becomes louder and louder, then suddenly as if out of nowhere you are confronted by a mass of people standing in awe in front ...
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