The Cavalli Fountain is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in Ancona, which tourists flock to as it represents a distinctive masterpiece. It was built by the famous Baroque artist Lorenzo Daretti in 1758 AD. It is a stone water fountain consisting of a group of sculptures and statues that represent A group of horses and marine animals, including four dolphins and a number of fish. The fountain is located within a square with the lively Piazza della Repubblica. The fountain is surrounded by many famous monuments, including the Palazzo del Bargello and the Basilica of San Nicola.