From 7 April to 31 May the Exhibition opens in Rome, at the Baths of Diocletian : "Water in the Art and Art of Water - Fountains and Nasoni of Rome" curated by Stéphane Verger , Director of the National Roman Museum and Vincenzo Lemmo , Archaeologist, promoted by ACEA SpA and organized by the National Roman Museum and the European Tourism Centre . 

If we look back, going back to the origins of the city of Rome, we can say that it was born from water and, thanks to this indispensable element, it grew and developed until it became a metropolis without comparison in the ancient world, the capital of an immense empire .

The presence of the Tiber river, at the point where it is easier to cross the bends in the hills, motivated the choice of the site for the foundation of the city. The same river has guaranteed its economic development and has been, for centuries, the main source of drinking water for the citizens.

The Romans knew the great value of water considering it a priceless, precious and source of life. Furthermore, only if they had used it intelligently and without waste, would they have satisfied the needs of the population. The construction of the aqueducts was, therefore, a priority for the development of the city and, still today, represents the testimony of the greatness of ancient Rome and of its advanced technological and engineering level. In fact, only thanks to the skilful management and maintenance of the aqueducts was the urban expansion and development of the city possible, making Rome the capital of the world and the "City of Water".

Indeed, in ancient times, Rome was known as Regina Aquarum and the fountains, in addition to being places of entertainment and embellishment, represented a real ostentation of the exceptional availability of water which naturally increased the magnificence of the city.

Even today Rome is full of fountains and drinking fountains. Some are simple basins, others are large fountains. These magnificent monuments, built over the centuries, celebrate the triumph of water.