the fountain of anchors and cairoli square
Fontana delle Ancore is a famous fountain on the well-known Piazza Cairoli square.
made in 1937
This fountain, dating back to 1937, is located in Piazza Cairoli. The area assumed some importance after the construction of the first Teatro Verdi (1901), but the first pool-fountain - big but very simple, with a central fountain - was completed only in 1921. Ten years later, the pool was enriched by four bases on the outer edge, on which rested two large frogs, two turtles, and the central column consisted of four fasces carrying an elegant cup; the many water fountains, from the center to the edge and back created beautiful lighting effects. Six years later, the fountain was completely restyled on a new project by the Autonomous Aqueduct Pugliese, taking its present aspect.
It is a maritime symbol with four anchors representing a wind rose.
the piazza cairoli
The large square is dedicated to the five Cairoli brothers, patriots and leading figures of the Risorgimento (the 19th century movement for Italian political unity). Piazza Cairoli with the fountain, has become one of the most representative areas of the city where tourists in transit particularly love to have their photographs taken.
how to get there
The square with its fountain is located on Corso Umberto I, walking from Brindisi central station to the heart of the city center. It is best accessible on foot during a city walk.