Ganymede Fountain - Free Audio Guide

Bratislava, Region of Bratislava, Slovakia

Ganymedova fontána, Hviezdoslavovo námestie, Príboj, Historické jadro, Bratislava, okres Bratislava I, Bratislava, Bratislavský kraj, 811 02, Slovensko

Ganymede Fountain, Bratislava
Viktor Oskar Tilgner..., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Ganymedova fontána, situated at Hviezdoslavovo námestie in Bratislava, is a neo-baroque fountain finished in 1888 by sculptor Viktor Tilgner. It depicts the myth of Ganymede, who was taken by Zeus in the guise of an eagle. This fountain is renowned for its artistic design and serves as an important cultural monument, complementing the architectural splendor of the adjacent Municipal Theatre. Visitors can enjoy the detailed bronze figures and the pleasant surroundings, ideal for walks. Entry is free, and the fountain is accessible throughout the year.