Parc de Can Dragó, Public park in Porta neighborhood, Barcelona, Spain
Parc de Can Dragó is a public park in the Porta neighborhood located between Avinguda Meridiana and Sant Andreu Cemetery. It contains sports facilities including an athletics track, large indoor swimming pools, tennis courts, and a golf course, alongside tree-lined green spaces.
The park's name comes from a 17th-century farmhouse that was demolished in 1973, where a military company called dragons stationed their camp in 1714. The land was later developed into a modern recreational space.
A replica of Pablo Gargallo's Olympic Aurigas sculpture sits on a grassy hill, honoring the original artwork displayed at Barcelona's Olympic stadium. The piece connects art history with everyday park life for visitors.
The space is divided into four separate areas, with two containing sports facilities and the other two offering green spaces with playgrounds. Visitors should note that different sections may have varying access times depending on whether training events are taking place.
The swimming pool at this location is among the largest in the city and was designed specifically for both training and public use. This modern facility serves as an important training center for athletes from across the region.
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