The allure of the Trevi Fountain remains unblemished by restoration efforts, as tourists eagerly toss coins in hopes of good fortune and a return visit while supporting charitable works through their donations.
As part of an annual ritual, first-time visitors to the Trevi Fountain often follow the famed legend of ensuring a future return to Rome by tossing coins. The practice gained global fame from the 1954 film "Three Coins in the Fountain" and its Oscar-winning song by Frank Sinatra. Despite a three-month restoration that limited access to the fountain, tourists continued to participate, throwing about 61,000 euros worth of coins into a temporary container. Fabrizio Marchioni, who has spent 13 years working with the Roman Catholic charity Caritas, oversees the collection and counting of these coins. The proceeds play a vital role in supporting the charity, highlighting the generosity of those who wish to partake in this age-old tradition. The Trevi Fountain, an enduring symbol of Rome, remains a magnet for hope, nostalgia, and a spirit of giving.
As part of an annual ritual, first-time visitors to the Trevi Fountain often follow the famed legend of ensuring a future return to Rome by tossing coins. The practice gained global fame from the 1954 film "Three Coins in the Fountain" and its Oscar-winning song by Frank Sinatra. Despite a three-month restoration that limited access to the fountain, tourists continued to participate, throwing about 61,000 euros worth of coins into a temporary container. Fabrizio Marchioni, who has spent 13 years working with the Roman Catholic charity Caritas, oversees the collection and counting of these coins. The proceeds play a vital role in supporting the charity, highlighting the generosity of those who wish to partake in this age-old tradition. The Trevi Fountain, an enduring symbol of Rome, remains a magnet for hope, nostalgia, and a spirit of giving.
