Fontana dell'Acqua Felice
A monumental fountain in Rome featuring a large statue of Moses that has been criticized for centuries.

📜 Monumental fountain in Rome, marking the terminus of the Acqua Felice aqueduct.
🔍 Built 1585-1588, designed by Domenico Fontana, commissioned by Pope Sixtus V.

Why Go

🏛️ Historic Roman landmark💧 Celebrates Rome's first new aqueduct in centuries🎨 Features a large statue of Moses and biblical bas-reliefs📍 Located in the historic Quirinale District

Why Avoid

🗿 Moses statue criticized for proportions and appearance

Tips

🦁 Original lion sculptures are in the Vatican Museums.

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