Fontana Pretoria

Palermo, Italy

The Fontana Pretoria is a monumental fountain of Palermo. The fountain was built by Francesco Camilliani in the city of Florence in 1554, but was transferred in Palermo in 1574. The fountain represents the Twelve Olympians, other mythological figures, animals and the rivers of Palermo.

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Address

Piazza Pretoria, Palermo, Italy

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Founded: 1554
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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

nicolò corrao (12 months ago)
It's a Wonderful place in Palermo. Naer the "4 Canti" and the Cathedral

Martin Seidl (2 years ago)
A very special fontane neay Quattro Canti.

Brian Donhauser (2 years ago)
Wonderful historic sculptures and fountain near city center (Quattro Canti). Great spot to chill out for a while before wandering the rest of the city.

Tony Duffy (2 years ago)
Stunning large decorative fountain in central Palermo.

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