All About Trevi

So throughout the summer I have been writing about The Trevi Fountain, but I never really explained what it is or how it came to be. So here we go! The Trevi Fountain is located about a 10 minutes walk from our school, here in Rome. The fountain itself is 85 feet tall and 65 feet wide and features a wide array of Baroque style architecture. Originally, the fountain was designed by Bernini but was torn down and replaced in 1762 with the current design, done by Nicola Salvi. He died in 1751 but work continued under the initial plans that were drawn up. In 1998 the fountain was refurbished and circulating pumps were installed, although a certain percentage of the water in the fountain still flows from the original source some 8 miles outside of the city. Interestingly enough, the name Trevi comes from the fact that the fountain is situated at the intersection of 3 roads (tre-vie) in a beautiful piazza. So, if you ever find yourself in Rome please visit the Trevi Fountain. Also, legend has it that if you throw a coin over your shoulder it will guarantee you a trip back to Rome. Give it a shot!