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This is one of my favorite places in Rome. Piazza Mattei is surrounded by palaces, including the Palazzo Mattei, of course. The Mattei family were in charge of the gates to the Jewish Ghetto. The walls of the palaces are subtle, orange/red. This backdrop and the cobbled ground surface are the perfect setting for the Fontana delle Tartarughe (Turtle Fountain) in the center of the square. The fountain was designed by Giacomo della Porta in 1585and executed by Matteo Landini. In 1568 Bernini added the turtles which give the fountain it's magical appeal. So how to find it? Hmm. That's the trick. It's nestled at the edge of the Jewish Ghetto. If you start from Largo Argentina and head into the winding streets to the east and south, staying within the confines you'll eventually find it, and the search will be half the pleasure!
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