TREVI FOUNTAIN

The Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi) is the largest and most famous fountain in Rome.  As we know it today, it was designed by Nicola Salvi in 1732 and completed in 1762.

The main figures of the fountain are Neptune, god of the sea, with two Tritons. The fountain is truly beautiful.

It always amazes me how many people gather there day after day and stay just watching the fountain. Security is always on watch making sure no one climbs over railings, no one goes into the water, and no one is sitting on any part of the structure. You know someone is a culprit when you hear the shrill of the whistle.

There is a little shop right there just near Hotel Fontana where you can purchase a sandwich, some cubed watermelon and a drink and then take it to a seating area over by the fountain.This is quite a nice way to take a break, catch a bite, and then go on with sightseeing. But before you head out, don't forget to throw a coin in the fountain. Legend has it you will return to Rome if you throw a coin in the water. Oh and I have learned that there is a specific way to throw it in as well....you should toss it over your shoulder with your back to the fountain.



Crowds at the fountain



The fountain at night



Perfect way to toss the coin

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