Fontana di Trevi Audio Guide
Explore Fontana di Trevi with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
The Trevi Fountain is a famous Baroque fountain in the Trevi district of Rome, Italy. It is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the world's most iconic landmarks, known for its intricate sculptures and the tradition of coin-tossing.
What you will hear
The Piazza and Palazzo Poli Backdrop
Start with a wide view of the piazza and the fountain's unique integration into the facade of Palazzo Poli. Use the modern wide shot to establish the scene and the historical painting to show the architectural continuity.
The 30-Year Competition
Discover the competitive history behind the fountain's design, which took three decades to complete and involved a high-stakes rivalry between Italian and French architects.
The Triumph of Oceanus
Focus on the central figure of the fountain. Use an upward angle to emphasize the grandeur and a frontal close-up to see the detail of Pietro Bracci's masterpiece.
Details of the Sea God
Look closer at the intricate carving of Oceanus's face, where the subtle interplay of light and shadow brings the stone to life.
The Agitated and Placid Hippocamps
Highlight the two winged horses that represent the different moods of the sea. Include images of both the struggling horse on the left and the calm horse on the right.
The Agitated Hippocamp
Witness the struggle between man and beast in this dynamic carving of a winged horse, symbolizing the wild and unpredictable nature of the sea.
Niches of Abundance and Salubrity
Explain the allegorical benefits of water. Use close-ups of the two female statues flanking Oceanus in their respective niches.
Statue of Abundance
This elegant figure represents the wealth and prosperity that a steady supply of fresh water brings to a growing civilization.
The Living Reef and Hidden Details
Explore the travertine rockwork and the legend of the Barber's Vase. Include the Fontanina degli Innamorati located on the side of the monument.
The Ace of Cups
Hear the humorous tale of an architect's revenge against a local critic, hidden in plain sight on the right side of the fountain.
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