Elephant Fountain
Fontana dell'Elefante
A mysterious ancient elephant statue, known as u Liotru, is the symbol of Catania, Sicily.

šŸ“œ Monument in Piazza del Duomo, Catania, featuring a black basalt elephant statue.
šŸ” Designed by Giovanni Battista Vaccarini between 1735 and 1737.

Why Go

🐘 Iconic symbol of Catania
šŸ›ļø Historical and cultural significance
✨ Believed to possess magic powers and predict Mount Etna eruptions
🚶 Easy access in city center

Tips

šŸ…æļø Located in Piazza Duomo, a central square.

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