Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy (freefoto.com)
The Wishes Fountain: A splendid – Fontana di Trevi was built by architect Salvi in 1735 and ended in 1762. This fountain is a perfect example of rococo style with dramatic effects – marble aquatic creatures, dominated by an impressive Oceanus. The water source comes from the Acqua Vergine, so called because, according to legend, a virgin has revealed the source for the thirsty soldiers. The story is carved right in Oceanus. It is said you have to throw a penny in the fountain to make sure that you will return to Rome, but also that the wish will come true. Pantheon: With absolutely perfect proportions, the Pantheon was considered in antiquity as the “Miracle of Rome”. Findings remained valid until now, because this miracle up proud, just as Adriano was built 1900 years ago. This
temple is a great example of one of the largest Roman inventions: the dome.
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