Fontein
Fontein is a locality in Aruba. Fontein is situated nearby to the neighborhood Drumidera, as well as near the locality Cashunti.| Tap on a place to explore it |
Places of Interest
Highlights include Quadiriki Caves and Jamanota.
Quadiriki Caves
Cave
The Quadiriki Caves, also spelled as Guadirikiri Caves or Quadirikiri Cave, are situated in Arikok National Park on the island of Aruba. These caves, located at the base of a limestone terrace, contain Amerindian petroglyphs.
Jamanota
Scenic viewpoint
Photo: Kashiunti-aua, CC0.
Jamanota is a hill situated within Aruba's Arikok National Park, reaching a height of 188 metres and holding the distinction of being the highest point on the island. Jamanota is situated 4 km west of Fontein.
Places in the Area
Nearby places include San Nicolaas and Savaneta.
San Nicolaas
Town
Photo: Natalie Liao, CC BY-SA 3.0.
San Nicolaas is 19 kilometres southeast of Oranjestad, and is Aruba's second largest city. As of 2010 it has a population of 15,283, many of whom originate from the British Caribbean and the rest of the Caribbean. San Nicolaas is situated 6 km south of Fontein.
Savaneta
Photo: Caribiana, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Savaneta is a town and region in southeastern Aruba. Until 1797, it was the island's capital city. It is home to the island's oldest surviving home, a 150-year-old cas di torto, or mud hut.
Santa Cruz
Town
Santa Cruz is a Region and Town in central Aruba, dominated by the Arikok National Park. The town is connected by Highway 7 from west to east and Highway 4 from north to south. Santa Cruz is situated 8 km west of Fontein.
Fontein
- Type: Locality
- Location: Aruba, Caribbean, North America
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Latitude
12.49258° or 12° 29′ 33″ northLongitude
-69.90574° or 69° 54′ 21″ westElevation
16 metres (52 feet)Open location code
774GF3VV+2PGeoNames ID
3577209
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