We stayed near the main square, so we were close to the neighbouring Piazza del Nettuno. There stands the monumental Neptune fountain, the Fontana di Nettano, it known locally as „il Gigante”. It is …Full review by laczkozsu
Mar 16, 2025
Beautiful piece of art history. Neptune, the God of Sea, must have been very important to the sea trade of countries like Italy. These elaborate fountains dedicated to Neptune are impressive.Full review by Peterharris32
Nov 11, 2024
Fontana del Nettuno is a beautiful sculpture, located in Piazza del Nettuno in central Bologna. It was made during the years 1563 to 1566 by the famous Flemish sculptor Giambologna. The four little a…Full review by Dimitris L
Is the water fountain turned off at certain times of the year? I visited Bologna in early March 2019 and while I I assume the restoration works were finished as there were no fences or any sign of work the fountain was not running. This was just after the winter storm had swept through Europe. Could it have been turned off due to that?
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Sorry,I don't know,but think Denise Loc gave good advice>
im from mexico and will be the first of september in bologna......is ne ttuno still under xconstruction? please alert to consider, thankyou!
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Dear Andher, the construction was a while ago, so I hope this statue can be seen in all its glory. But if it doesn't, there are so many things to see in Bologna, like the Saint Luke's, …
Dear Andher, the construction was a while ago, so I hope this statue can be seen in all its glory. But if it doesn't, there are so many things to see in Bologna, like the Saint Luke's, Sanctuario di San Luca on a hill with an amazing view, great for Instagram. Enjoy!
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