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Fontana del Nettuno

Piazza del Nettuno, 40124 Bologna, Italy
Ranked #16 of 110 attractions in Bologna
4.5 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings
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Bologne
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

A lovely fountain in the heart of Bologne. Sit and enjoy the large space, watch the people and appreciate the old buildings and cobbled streets. A VERY charming town centre! More

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Mumbai
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Sorry for the tried-and-tested pun. The fountain of Neptune is a rendezvous point and more than being a commemorative fountain, it has served this purpose for as long as it has been around! The trident of Neptune serves as the symbol for Maserati cars too. More

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Shanghai
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Impressive statue in the heart of Bologna, attracting crowds of locals and tourists at all times. Nearby, the Piazza Maggiore, marvelous churches and other buildings, plus the restaurants and shops, add to the vibrant and happy ambience of this pedestrian precinct. We found ourselves passing this wonderful place several times a day, as it is also a convenient way to... More

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Valletta, Malta
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

This fountain situated just in the centre and close to the Duomo is a work of art n itself, the square in which it is situated is just up the road Via Indipendenza, a long walk from the main railway station which takes you just in this fabulous square. More

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Australia
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

A memorable fountain with the risque look of women lolling provocatively with water coming from their nipples. 1566 design by a Frenchman. Very patriarchal concept of the role of women which might be seen as politically incorrect today. More

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China
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

If you find the fountain,you will be in the city center.That is the landmark.I like the sculpture,it looks like everything is true.Fountain is clean,I washed my hands there.Bologna is not a metropolice.There are no a lot of attractions.So this is a good one. More

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victoria bc
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

One of the great statues of Italy, in my humble opinion. More

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California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012

Interesting statue, but more importantly next to the Bologna community Christmas tree. Great people watching in the plaza. More

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Los Angeles, CA
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011

Not much going on here at the fountain. Take your picture and move on. The area seems are lot more happening at night time with families and lots of students just hanging out. Plenty to eat and drink in the area. More

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Munich, Germany
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183 reviews 183 reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
75 helpful votes 75 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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