Plaça de Gaudí, Public park in Eixample, Barcelona, Spain
Plaça de Gaudí is a public park in Eixample with Mediterranean vegetation including pines, olive trees, and palm trees surrounding a central pond opposite the Sagrada Familia. The space includes benches, drinking fountains, a children's playground, and hosts a weekly artisan market.
Landscape designer Nicolau Maria Rubió i Tudurí created this space in 1981 as his final project, transforming former warehouse grounds into a contemplative garden. The project marked a shift in Barcelona's urban development toward bringing green spaces directly to prominent architectural landmarks.
The garden reflects how locals value green spaces that connect directly to spiritual landmarks, with native plants and water shaping how people relate to the Sagrada Familia. The design shows how parks become places where everyday life meets contemplation.
The park provides ample seating, drinking water, and a play area for children, making it accessible for all ages to spend time comfortably. The flat layout and proximity to public transit allow visitors to move through easily and combine the visit with nearby attractions.
A large reflecting pool captures the Nativity facade of the Sagrada Familia, creating mirror images that draw photographers. The water surface acts as a natural frame that shifts and changes depending on the time of day and weather.
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