Despite undergoing a recent restoration that temporarily restricted access, the fountain continues to draw crowds eager to partake in the legendary coin toss. A significant amount of money, totaling approximately 61,000 euros, was collected during this period, demonstrating the fountain's enduring appeal and the altruistic efforts behind its collection.
Tossing Coins for Good: The Trevi Fountain's Treasure Trove
Tossing Coins for Good: The Trevi Fountain's Treasure Trove
In Rome, the iconic Trevi Fountain has become a hallmark of tourism, with visitors flocking to toss coins and ensure their return to the city.
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.
