Trevi Fountain
Fontana di Trevi
Baroque fountain in Rome, Italy
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9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:29
Welcome to the Piazza di Trevi, home to the most iconic and visually arresting water feature in the world, the Trevi Fountain. As you approach, the first thing you likely notice is not the sight, but the sound—the thunderous roar…
Listen in the app2Oceanus and the Centerpiece1:19
In the central niche of the fountain stands the imposing figure of Oceanus, the personification of the world's waters. Many visitors mistake him for Neptune, but a careful observer will notice he lacks the traditional trident;…
Listen in the app3Abundance, Health, and the Legend of the Maiden1:13
Flanking Oceanus are two smaller statues that represent the benefits of pure water: Abundance on the left and Health on the right. Abundance is depicted with her signature cornucopia, overflowing with the fruits of a well-watered…
Listen in the app4The Four Seasons and the Upper Attic1:14
As your gaze moves upward toward the top of the fountain, you will see four statues perched on the attic, each representing the various crops made possible by the abundance of water. From left to right, they represent the…
Listen in the app5The Coin Tossing Tradition1:08
No visit to the Trevi is complete without participating in the world-famous coin-tossing ritual, a tradition made globally famous by films like 'Three Coins in a Fountain'. The legend dictates a very specific method: you must…
Listen in the app6Baroque Artistry and the Palazzo Poli1:14
To truly appreciate the artistry of the Trevi, one must look at how it integrates with the building behind it, the Palazzo Poli. This 16th-century ducal palace was once the home of the Dukes of Poli, and Nicola Salvi essentially…
Listen in the app7The Aqua Virgo and the City of Water1:12
If you want to understand the 'soul' of this fountain, you must look beneath the surface at the engineering that powers it. Just a few meters away from the square, you can visit an archaeological site called Vicus Caprarius,…
Listen in the app8Trevi Fountain1:13
As you prepare to leave the Trevi Fountain, take one final look at the cascading water and listen to the rhythmic pulse of the city's heart. You have witnessed more than just a beautiful sculpture; you have seen the culmination…
Listen in the app9Closing1:13
As you prepare to leave the Trevi Fountain, take one final look at the cascading water and listen to the rhythmic pulse of the city's heart. You have witnessed more than just a beautiful sculpture; you have seen the culmination…
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What is Trevi Fountain?
Trevi Fountain is a place with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 9 |
| Total length | 11 min 15 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 41.9008, 12.4831 |
| Last updated |
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