Oval Fountain of Villa d'Este

Fontana dell'Ovato
Italy, Tivoli
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Oval Fountain of Villa d'Este

Fontana dell'Ovato
Italy, Tivoli
The Oval Fountain is one of the fountains in the garden of Villa d'Este. It was completed by the architect Pirro Ligorio in 1567. The name of the fountain was due to the oval vessel on top of the fountain, from which water flows.

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Traveled 17 years ago
Rating 9
The fountain was designed by Pirro Ligorio. In the center is a statue of the Sibyl of Tiburtine, who holds the hand of the son of Melikert, symbolizing Tivoli. (The work of Giglio della Vellita) The fountain looks very harmonious. Behind the water dome there is a path and you can walk.
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