Paris, France

The City of Lights could rightfully be dubbed the City of fountains, provided the absolute plethora of them spread throughout the great expanse of the city.  Many date back to before the 15th century, and have gracefully withstood the test of time.  One of the best places to enjoy the fountains is in one of the countless plazas located in and around the center of central Paris.  One such plaza, the Place de la Concorde, houses two of the most recognizable fountains in the city.

With allegorical figures representing the Atlantic and the Mediterranean; harvesting coral; harvesting fish; collecting shellfish; collecting pearls; and the geniuses of astronomy, navigation and commerce, the Fountains of River Commerce and Navigation (1840) located in the Place de la Concorde are two of the most beautiful and symbolic fountains of Paris.  Their continually cascading waters are the perfect backdrop when sitting down to relax and enjoy a traditional crepe when in the city.