(Translated by Google) The oldest fountain in Moscow was created in 1827 in the 19th century, in the morning queues of water carriers and water carriers lined up to it. Local residents came here with tubs and buckets, they also watered the horses. Later, they decided to decorate the fountain, which was created by the Russian sculptor of Italian origin Giovanni Vitali. Better known as Ivan Petrovich Vitali. From this fountain he began his creative career. love for fountains and howling from the age of 12, when he first visited the workshop of the St. Petersburg foundry worker V. Ekimov, he saw firsthand how the Great Master cast statues for Peterhof. Later, he achieved such success in his work that he became an academician and professor of the Imperial Academy of Arts. His no less famous buildings: the Chariot of Glory and the relief "Liberation of Moscow" for the Triumphal Gates in Moscow, a monument to Paul 1, a bust of K. Bryullov in the Hermitage, The statue of Venus in the Russian Museum is still pleasing to everyone. The fountain has the inscription "Sculpted and made into metal by Ivan Vitali. Moscow, 1835". The design of the fountain is somewhat reminiscent of the famous Lobnoe Mesto (a monument of ancient Russian architecture on Red Square). The fact is that the bowl of the fountain is erected on a massive granite base and this picture, from the side, gives rise to such comparisons. The history of the creation of the fountain goes back to the 18th century. Moscow rivers were so dirty that drinking water from them was life-threatening. Therefore, at the turn of the 18-19 centuries, By the decree of Catherine II, the construction of the Mytishchi self-diverting water pipeline began according to the project of engineer F. Bauer. In 1804, the construction was completed. Through the system of brick galleries and aqueducts, drinking water was delivered to Moscow from the Upper Yauza River, in the vicinity of the village of Bolshiye Mytishchi. , it was very troublesome to deliver water, and for this reason, water-folding fountains were arranged. From them, Muscovites began to collect clean water for drinking. The Petrovsky (as it was called earlier) fountain on the modern Teatralnaya Square (earlier it was called Petrovskaya) could give citizens 17 thousand buckets of water a day and also served the debt prison and baths of the merchant Chelyshaa (now in their place is the Metropol hotel) through special outlets. Water was taken from the large bowl of the fountain for drinking and household needs. And the bowls below were intended for horses. 20th century, in Moscow they decided They began to dismantle the water fountains, but they decided to leave the Petrovsky fountains for decorative purposes. The lucky fountain is fanned with legends. One of them says that it was not saved by chance. Supposedly, in the Soviet years, the entrance to the secret Moscow metro was equipped under it. There are so many legends and conjectures about this metro. Despite the myths and speculations, it turned out to be a very impressive decoration of the city. The four putti cupids continue to embody tragedy, comedy, poetry and music ... Do not forget what is nearby. Although the little angels with wings have been holding for many years a rather large bowl with a rushing stream of water, they are not at all tired. True, so and not "learned to wash" ... "They are washed once a week by" fountain caretakers ". By the way, initially this interesting sculpture by Vitali looked like a palm tree. When the jets of water rose along the "trunk" and then "dived" down, they resembled spread leaves. 1995, The fountain was reconstructed and equipped with winter LED lighting (at that time, this was done for the first time in Moscow). The fountain, in Soviet times, was a favorite meeting place for veterans of the Great Patriotic War. By the way, people used to call it by the name of its creator. Everyone who "knows and loves" this wonderful fountain has taken root and liked it. There are a lot of fountains in the capital, and there will be even more (as the city authorities say). are beautiful, attractive and have their own idea and idea. Undoubtedly, the Vitali Fountain is a worthy representative of the large Moscow "fountain family". (Original) Старейший фонтан в Москве был создан в 1827 г..В 19 веке,к нему с утра выстраивались очереди водовозов и водоносов. Сюда приходили с кадушками и вёдрами местные жители,здесь же поили лошадей.Позднее, фонтан решили украсить,что и сотворил российский скульптор итальянского происхождения Джованни Витали.Более известный,как Иван Петрович Витали.С этого фонтана начался его творческий путь."Заболел" он любовью к фонтанам и воянию с 12 лет,когда впервые побывал в мастерской петербургского литейщика В.Екимова.Он увидел воочию, как Великий мастер отливал статуи для Петергофа. Позже, он добился таких успехов в своём творчестве,что стал академиком и профессором Императорской Академии художеств.Его не менее известные постройки : Колесница Славы и рельеф "Освобождение Москвы" для Триумфальных ворот в Москве,памятник Павлу 1,бюст К.Брюллову в Эрмитаже,статуя Венеры в Русском музее,радуют всех до сих пор.На фонтане размещена надпись "Изваял и в металл произвёл Иван Витали.Москва.1835 год". Конструкция фонтана чем-то напоминает знаменитое Лобное место(памятник-достопримечательность древнерусской архитектуры на Красной площади).Дело в том,что чаша фонтана водружена на массивное гранитное основание и эта картинка,со стороны и даёт повод для таких сравнений. История создания фонтана уходит в 18 век.Тогда, московские реки были такими грязными,что воду из них пить было опасно для жизни. Поэтому,на рубеже 18-19 веков, по Указу Екатерины 2,началось возведение Мытищинского самоотводного водопровода по проекту инженера Ф.Бауэра.В 1804-м, строительство было окончено.По системе кирпичных галерей и акведуков в Москву доставлялась питьевая вода из Верховья Яузы,в окрестностях села Большие Мытищи.В каждый дом,доставлять воду было очень хлопотно,а по сему были устроены водоразборные фонтаны.Из них, москвичи и начали набирать чистую воду для питья.Петровский(так он раньше назывался)фонтан на современной Театральной площади(раньше она называлась Петровской)мог давать горожанам 17 тысяч вёдер воды в сутки и ещё обслуживал по специальным отводам долговую тюрьму и бани купца Челышеаа(сейчас на их месте расположена гостиница Метрополь).Из большой чаши фонтана набирали воду для питья и бытовых нужд.А чаши внизу были предназначены для лошадей.Когда проблему воды к 20 веку,в Москве решили, водоразборные фонтаны начали демонтировать.А вот Петровский, решили оставить в декоративных целях.Фонтан-везунчик овеян и легендами. Одна из них гласит,что его сохранили неслучайно.Якобы,в советские годы,под ним был оборудован вход в секретное московское метро.Про это метро существует столько легенд и домыслов.Несмотря на мифы и рассуждения - получилось очень впечатляющее украшение города.Ну,а четыре амура-путти так и продолжают олицетворять трагедию,комедию,поэзию и музыку...Не забываем,что находится рядом.Мальчики-ангелы с крылышками хоть и держат долгие годы немаленькую чашу с низвергающимся потоком воды, ничуть не устали.Правда, так и не "научились мыться"...😂Их раз в неделю моют "фонтанные смотрители".Кстати,изначально эта интересная скульптура Витали походила на пальму. Когда струи воды поднимались вдоль "ствола",а затем "ныряли" вниз,они напоминали раскинутые листья.В 1995, фонтан реконструировали и оборудовали зимней светодиодной подсветкой(на то время,это было сделано впервые в Москве).Фонтан,в советское время был излюбленным местом встречи ветеранов Великой Отечественной войны.Кстати,в народе его привыкли называть по фамилии создателя. Прижилось и понравилось всем,кто "знает и любит" этот чудный фонтан.В столице очень много фонтанов,будет ещё больше(так заявляют городские власти).Все они своеобразны, красивы,привлекательны и имеют свою задумку-идею.Несомненно,Фонтан Витали - достойный представитель большой московской "фонтанной семьи".

One of the oldest fountains in Moscow. Located on Theater Square. Installed on the site of a water well by the Italian sculptor Vitali in 1835. It's cool to sit on a bench next to him. You feel cool even on a hot day. Location 5 Historical value 5 Impression 5

Vitali Fountain is a large scale monumental fountain at Revolutionary Square in Moscow. It is situated not far from the Karl Marx Monument and is worth a look-see if you intend to pass through the area. The fountain is classical in appearance with a two small basins at the top with water spouting upward and spilling over into larger basin on the ground. The pedestal at the top is surrounded with an allegory of figures. Overall, Vitali is a pretty fair fountain. Give it a quick look and then continue onward with intended sightseeing endeavours.

Why the hide it for New Year time ? I think there are secret roads to Kremlin and some other interesting places under Red Square so the hide it winter time that we will not fill the smells of bosses getting the feast under the city 🌃. So what do you think ?

(Translated by Google) A fountain on a pedestal, which is somewhat similar to the place of execution, with two circular steps. Built by the Russian Italian Giovanni (Ivan) Vitali in 1835. They called it Petrovsky, because the Imperial Theater was also Petrovsky. Apart from aesthetic pleasure, he served purely everyday needs. At the bottom of the pedestal there are branches for drinking horses and from here the water went to the baths of the merchant Chelyshev (now Metropol) and to the debt prison. Now old Bolsheviks and no less old pioneers like to gather here. (Original) Фонтан на постаменте, который чем то похож на лобное место, с двумя круговыми ступенями. Построен русским итальянцем Джованни (Иваном) Витали в 1835 году. Называли его Петровским, потому что и императорский театр был Петровским. Служил он, кроме эстетического удовольствия, нуждам чисто бытовым. Снизу постамента есть отводы для поилки лошадей и отсюда вода шла в бани купца Челышева ( ныне Метрополь) и в долговую тюрьму. Сейчас здесь любят собираться старые большевики и не менее старые пионеры.

(Translated by Google) The oldest operating fountain in Moscow. Initially it was called "Petrovsky", but over time the name of its creator - Ivan Petrovich Vitali - was fixed. Ivan Vitali (1794-1855) Russian sculptor of Italian origin, muralist, portrait painter, teacher. The fountain was created by him in 1835. Under a large bowl there are four putti cupids symbolizing Poetry, Tragedy, Comedy and Music. The Vitali fountain was restored in 1995 and was one of the first in Moscow to receive winter LED lighting. (Original) Старейший московский действующий фонтан. Первоначально назывался "Петровский", но со временем закрепилось имя его создателя - Ивана Петровича Витали. Иван Витали (1794-1855 гг.) русский скульптор итальянского происхождения, монументалист, портретист, педагог. Фонтан был создан им в 1835 году. Под большой чашей прячутся четыре амурчика-путти символизирующих Поэзию, Трагедию, Комедию и Музыку. Фонтан Витали был восстановлен в 1995 году и одним из первых в Москве получил зимнюю светодиодную подсветку.

(Translated by Google) Nice, quiet and only the noise of the fountain. Someone stops and takes a selfie. A tourist group came up. The fountain listens and absorbs everything. There are benches around where you can sit and enjoy the glitter of Vitali's fountain. (Original) Красиво, тихо и только шум фонтана. Кто-то останавливается и делает селфи. Вот подошла туристическая группа. Фонтан все слушает и поглощает. Вокруг есть лавочки, где можно посидеть и насладиться блеском фонтана Витали.

(Translated by Google) Vitalik did not find, but he is beautiful (Original) Виталика не нашёл, но он красава

(Translated by Google) The fountain is like a fountain ... and if you have not eaten anything sweeter than a carrot .. "tads, oh!" (Original) Фонтан как фонтан...и если вы ничего не ели слаще морковки.."тады, ой!"

(Translated by Google) handsomely (Original) Красиво

(Translated by Google) New Year's night looks great (Original) Ночной новогодний выглядит прекрасно

Although it is a fountain I found in an unfamiliar place, If you know it, it is a fountain with a long history. It is also famous for its wonderful fountain. Bolshoi and Karl Marx statue If you capture it in a photo, it will create a great photo.

Small beautiful fountain near Red Square and Bolshoi Theater.

The view from my room at the Metropol. Really cool layout and architecturally setup to impress. walked through this daily on my way.... to everywhere.

The oldest of the operating fountains in Moscow, located in the park on Theater Square. The fountain was completed in 1835. designed by Russian sculptor of Italian origin Giovanni Vitali. At first it was called the Petrovsky Fountain - after Petrovsky Square (the old name of the Theater), but among the people they used to call it by the name of the creator. Initially, the Vitali fountain was conceived as a water-folding fountain: it was intended to deliver drinking water to the population. From the large bowl of the fountain, water was collected for drinking and domestic needs, and additional bowls at the bottom of the base were intended for watering horses. Urban legends say that the Vitali fountain was preserved for a reason: in the Soviet years, the entrance to the secret Metro-2 was supposedly arranged under it, which saved it from dismantling.

Really beautiful fountain

Beautiful place

Good Place.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful fountain (Original) Очень красивый фонтан

Great place

Beautiful 😍😍😍😍😍😍

(Translated by Google) Froze (Original) Замерз

(Translated by Google) "Trap" for a visiting provincial, barely got out into the open space of Theater Ave. (Original) "Западня" для приезжего провинциала, еле выбрался на простор Театрального пр.

(Translated by Google) Vital has messed up something serious, so ... (Original) Виталя что-то серьезное намутил, значит...

(Translated by Google) A wonderful place if you don't take into account the huge number of tourists (Original) Чудесное место, если не брать во внимание огромное количество туристов

(Translated by Google) Very cute (Original) Очень мило

(Translated by Google) Super (Original) Супер

(Translated by Google) The center of Moscow is beautiful (Original) Центр Москвы прекрасен

(Translated by Google) Nice, romantic place. (Original) Милое, романтичное местечко.

(Translated by Google) The fountain is constantly blocked by metal fences. It loses all the charm. (Original) Фонтан постоянно загорожен металлическими ограждениями. Это теряет все очарование.

(Translated by Google) handsomely (Original) Красиво

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place (Original) Прекрасное место

(Translated by Google) This is of course a very beautiful fountain and a view of the big theater, there is where to sit down in this place and take a break and enjoy the monuments and archetytura! (Original) Это конечно очень красивый фонтан и вид на большой театр,есть где присесть в этом месте и передохнуть и насладится памятниками и архетиктурой!

(Translated by Google) Super (Original) Супер

(Translated by Google) During our visit, she was dead. (Original) Během naší návštěvy zadelana.

(Translated by Google) Love fountains (Original) Люблю фонтаны

(Translated by Google) ve (Original) ве

(Translated by Google) Egypt (Original) Египет

(Translated by Google) A very cochain fountain. It is the oldest in Moscow. (Original) Очень коачивый фонтан.Он же самый старый в Москве.

(Translated by Google) I often come to the fountain, especially in the evening the view is incredible. Nice to sit, relax from the bustle of the city. The place is calming, there are benches. Many people walk in families. Children are happy to watch the luminous fountain and the sound of water. (Original) Часто прихожу к фонтану, особенно вечером вид невероятный. Приятно посидеть, отдохнуть от городской суеты. Место успокаивает, есть лавочки. Много людей гуляют семьями. Дети с радость наблюдают на светящийся фонтан и шум воды.

(Translated by Google) handsomely (Original) Красиво

(Translated by Google) Great place to rest (Original) Прекрасное место передохнуть

(Translated by Google) Clearly (Original) Четко

(Translated by Google) Liked it, we recommend !! (Original) Прнравилось,рекомендуем!!

(Translated by Google) Great place to meet the lost (Original) Отличное место для встречи с потеряшками

(Translated by Google) On Saturdays and Sundays, there were food stalls and live music like a Christmas market. There is also a two-story merry-go-round, and I am very happy to come to such a market in a country with many fairy tale buildings. (Original) 土日にはクリスマスマーケットのように屋台とライブがあり楽しかった。 2階建てのメリーゴーランドもあり、メルヘンな建物が多い国でこのようなマーケットに来れてとても幸せ。

(Translated by Google) To go nuts! The fountain! (Original) Офигеть! Фонтан!

(Translated by Google) Nice park directly opposite the theater. Beautifully decorated in winter. (Original) Hezký park přímo naproti divadlu. V zimě krásně vyzdobený.

(Translated by Google) Historic and beautiful place (Original) Историческое и красиво место

(Translated by Google) It’s beautiful. I’m constantly walking here as I come to Moscow. (Original) Красиво.Постоянно тут гуляю как в Москву приезжаю.