One of the monuments damaged in the 2009 earthquake that devastated parts of Abruzzo, has been restored.
The fontana delle 99 cannelle in L鈥橝quila, which was severely damaged during last year鈥檚 April 6th earthquake, is flowing with water once again. The 鈥淔ountain of the 99 Spouts,鈥 is one of the best known monuments in Abruzzo. The famous fountain featuring 93 faces, and 6 additional spouts along the base, pouring water en masse.
The restoration was made possible with a 700,000 Euro investment from FAI, an 禁漫天堂 foundation dedicated to preserving the country鈥檚 landscape, art and nature. The high price tag was due to the necessity of a complete overhaul of the ancient monument鈥檚 structural integrity.
L鈥橝quila was the town hardest hit in last year鈥檚 April 6th disaster, and the restoration of la Fontana delle 99 cannelle, signals a major step towards finally reconstructing the community鈥檚 historic center.
