One of the iconic squares in the center of Madrid is Canovas de Castillo, in whose surroundings are concentrated essential museums, such as the Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza, and luxurious hotels with a long history, the Ritz and Palace.
And in the center of the square, the Neptune Fountain.
The popularity of this fountain is such that there will be many Madrid residents who do not know the true name of this square, as they refer to it as the square of Neptune.
I will tell you that, to a certain extent, the Neptune Fountain It is the sister of the most famous fountain in the city, that of Cibeles.
Curiosities history Fountain of Neptune in Madrid
Both were built by order of Carlos III, in the second half of the 18th century, within the modernization process of Madrid, which gave way to other monuments such as the Puerta de Alcalá.
Furthermore, it was designed by the same architect, Ventura Rodríguez.
The fountain was completed in 1786, and as a curiosity, its first location was on the descent of the Carrera de San Jerónimo, but in 1898 it was installed in its current location, in the center of the aforementioned Cánovas del Castillo square.
Currently, Neptuno is the meeting point for the club's fans Atletico Madrid to celebrate their sporting successes, as opposed to the Fountain of Cibeles, traditional meeting point for Madrid fans.
Completed in 1786, in this classically designed fountain you can see the king of the seas, Neptuno, on a chariot pulled by two sea horses.
Without a doubt, it is one of the most important sources that you can see during your visit from Madrid.
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