This beautiful fountain featuring Diana, a Greek goddess and protector of Ortigia, was built in 1907 and sits in the middle of the Piazza Archimede in Ortigia. You will find cafés around where you can have some food or a dolce and watch the people walk by. Great place to rest and take in life and visitors in Ortigia.

Contrary to the Temple of Diana in Merida, Spain, which is incorrectly named and is The Temple of Augustus, this fountain clearly shows a woman. I think there is no doubt about it’s nomenclature. Since the internet indicates it was built in 1907, it’s safe to assume that this Fountain was never intended for purposes of drinking water, etc. it’s purpose is for beautification.

This huge, monumental fountain on the Piazza Archimede is from 1907. The central figure is the goddess Diana, the Roman equivalent of Arthemis, the protector of the ancient Greek island Ortygia. She is surrounded by other mythical figures: Arethusa and Alpheus, whose myth is connected to Ortygia and four Tritons riding four sea monsters. It is always pleasing to see that there are those willing to invest in a beautiful fountain!

Set in the middle of a square, the fountain is quite stunning. On a hot day you can sit by it and enjoy the lower temp there as the water cools the air. Great spot to sit a while and people watch. Couple of bars and restaurants close by.