According to Greek mythology and as portrayed by Homer’s Odyssey, Orion was a giant hunter. Among his many accomplishments, Orion is credited with building Messina’s harbor and hills. Zeus transformed the hero into a heavenly constellation. This mid-16th century fountain was designed by Francesco Maurolico and placed at the site of an ancient temple to the god. It is now the Piazza del Duomo in front of the Messina Cathedral.
