It is hard not to be amazed by the beauty and splendor created by a well-made fountain. Each fountain on this list is a certified work of art and can easily help to serve as inspiration for finding the best outdoor fountain to fit your home. From the different types of materials used to fountain sizes, there is a perfect style for every homeowner to fall in love with — discover your favorites here!
Top 10 Outdoor Fountains from Around the World
1. Bellagio Fountains -Las Vegas, USA
As one of the more memorable sights along the Las Vegas strip, the Bellagio Fountains have been delighting visitors for decades. These fountains feature water performances set to light and music. The shows can easily be viewed from several different points along the strip and have been known to draw very large crowds. Performances take place every 30 minutes during the day and every 15 minutes in the evenings, making it hard not to catch at least one show during a visit to the city.
2. Fountain of Wealth -Suntec City, Singapore
As the largest fountain in the world, the Fountain of Wealth offers those who visit Suntec City a dazzling display of the human imagination and spirit. The fountain was created to be a symbol of wealth and life. The design for the fountain was based on the Hindu mandala and is a representation of spirit, unity and harmony among the four different races in Singapore. Located underground within the largest shopping mall in Singapore the fountain takes up an enormous amount of space. The main bronze, circular ring of the fountain covers 66 meters, and the water display shoots up to 30 meters high.
3. Magic Fountain of Montjuic -Barcelona, Spain
This outdoor fountain offers a feast for the eyes, ear and spirit for those who visit Barcelona each year. The Magic Fountain of Montjuic features a one-of-a-kind display of color, lights, water acrobatics and music for thousands of residents and tourists each night. Located between the National Palau and Placa d’Espanya, the fountain is a must see for all visitors to the area. Constructed in 1929 by designer Carles Buigas and over 3000 commissioned workers, the Magic Fountain of Montjuic was first introduced to the public during the Great Universal Exhibition and has been captivated visitors ever since.
4. People's Friendship Fountain - Moscow, Russia
This large and beautifully gilded fountain was erected in Moscow during the 1950’s. Designed to represent the different Republics and nationalities of the Soviet Union, the fountain features 16 life-sized statues of maidens dressed in their national costumes. Additionally the fountain is framed by a large granite basin that occupies a surface area of 4,000 square meters. Eight powerful pumps service the fountain and allow for a whopping 800 jets to shoot water to heights of 24 meters per second.
5. Trevi Fountain -Rome, Italy
As one of the most famous outdoor fountains in the world, the Trevi Fountain has been admired by millions of people from all over the globe since the year 19 BC. To say that the Romans were fans of beautiful and intricate outdoor fountains would be putting things lightly. In fact, the Romans were such big fans of fountains that during the fourth century Rome was home to an incredible 1,352 fountains. With it’s breathtaking statues and large basin, the Trevi Fountain spill out nearly 3 million cubic feet of water every day. It is a spectacular and historic sight to behold and shouldn’t be missed when visiting Italy’s capital city.
6. Oval Fountain -Tivoli, Italy
The Oval Fountain or Fontana dell’Ovato, is another one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture and design. Commissioned as a gift to the palace in Tivoli, the fountain waters spill out from and egg-shaped basin into a pool that is set against rustic and beautiful nymphaeum. The fountain’s unusual shape and surrounding greenery make for a view unlike any other in the world. It had been drawing crowds for centuries but wasn’t part of a protected heritage site until 2001, when UNESCO declared the Oval Fountain a world heritage site.
7. Dyan Pagoda Fountains -Xi'an, China
The Dyan Pagoda Fountains or Big Wild Goose Pagoda Fountains are part of a well-preserved and ancient holy place for people of the Buddhist religion. Located in the beautiful souther suburb of Xian City, the fountains are home to the longest light-belt in the world as well as the largest musical fountain in all of Asia. Built in 652, the Dyan Pagoda Fountains have been a favorite tourist and pilgrimage destination ever since. Modern day visitors to the fountains can expect spectacular light shows, musical performances and jaw-dropping water features.
8. Peterhof Fountains -Saint Petersburg, Russia
This gorgeous network of fountains is located on the luxurious and well-preserved Imperial estate of Peterhof. Founded in the year 1710 by Peter the great, the Peterhof estate features a number of ornate spaces with alluringly landscaped parks, statues and fountains. Often referred to as the “Russian Versailles”, the fountain’s waters flow up from the Baltic Sea. Golden statues depict beautiful scenes of Samson battling the lion as jets shoot water high into the air. As one of the largest fountain ensembles in the world, the Peterhof Fountains offer visitors an experience like no other.
9. Moonlight Rainbow Fountain -Seoul, Korea
As the world’s longest bridge fountain, the Moonlight Rainbow Fountain features nearly 10,000 LED nozzles that run along both sides of the Banpo Bridge. Commissioned in 2009, the fountain was meant to further beautify the city of Seoul and showcase the city’s eco-friendliness to the rest of the world. With over 38 water pumps and 380 nozzles on either side of the bridge, 190 tons of water shoot out of the bridge each minute. The water is pumped directly out of the Han River and continuously recycled, making it earth-friendly. The intricate LED light displays give the fountain it’s name and keep visitors from all over the world coming back for more dazzling sights each year.
10. King Fahd's Fountain -Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
As the tallest fountain in the world, King’s Fahd’s Fountain tops our list of incredible outdoor fountains across the globe. Donated to the city of Feddah by King Fahd, the fountain was constructed from 1980 to 1983 and finally presented to the public two years later in 1985. Since then the fountain has been visible throughout the entire city. Featuring powerful jets that shoot water into the air at speeds of up to 233 miles per hour, the fountain’s spray has reached heights of up to 1,024 feet in the air. Byline: Selena R. lives in the Pacific Northwest with her Wire Fox Terrier Jefferson and has been writing content online for over three years.
