Hidden Secrets
Fontana dell'Acqua Paola
Rome, Italy
The Fontana dell'Acqua Paola, also known as Il Fontanone ("The big fountain") or Mostra dell'Acqua Paola, is a monumental fountain located on the Janiculum Hill, near the church of San Pietro in Montorio, in Rome, Italy. It was built in 1612 to mark the end of the Acqua Paola aqueduct, restored by Pope Paul V, and took its name from him. It was the first major fountain on the right bank of the River Tiber.
- Category
- Hidden Secrets
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Coordinates
- 41.88875, 12.46417
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q1435809
What is Fontana dell'Acqua Paola?
Fontana dell'Acqua Paola is a Hidden Secrets place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Aqua Traiana, Raimondi Chapel, Wall of Pope Urban VIII, Cencio la Parolaccia.
Where is Fontana dell'Acqua Paola?
Fontana dell'Acqua Paola is in Rome, Italy. Coordinates: 41.88875, 12.46417.
How do I get to Fontana dell'Acqua Paola?
Fontana dell'Acqua Paola is at Rome, Italy (41.88875, 12.46417). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.