... Nice view of one of the most famous architectural monuments which have survived since Venitian rule.. located in the heart of Heraklion, on Lions square... four water-spouting lions make up this charming marble fountain which are a symbol of Venetian power... at the top of the fountain there was standing a marble Poseidon statue, holding his trident... unfortunately this statue is now lost, probably destroyed... today, the Morosini Fountain is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the city's rich history and cultural heritage... its combination of beauty and functionality make it a unique attraction... Thanks Dustin!【ツ】
The Venetian Morosini Lions Fountain was constructed in 1629 and is named after Francesco Morosini, Crete’s Italian governor at the time.
Heraklion, Crete's capital used to have problems with water shortage and the fountain’s main purpose was to transfer water from Youchtas mountain. When it was built, it provided 1000 barrels of drinking water every day via a well appointed and very sophisticated viaduct system from a distance of almost 20km.
Travelling in Greece - Crete
(Issued 29-06-2023)
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