Pati dels Tarongers, Renaissance courtyard in Gothic Quarter, Spain
The Pati dels Tarongers is a Renaissance courtyard in the Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, distinguished by rows of orange trees arranged across its stone-paved floor. The space is framed by historic stone arcades and also houses the sculpture El Desconsol along with a carillon system of 49 bells.
The courtyard was built between 1532 and 1547 when the Palau de la Generalitat became the seat of Catalan regional government. This construction period marked a moment when the institution was establishing itself as a central power in the region.
The courtyard takes its name from the orange trees that have filled this space for centuries, reflecting a Mediterranean sensibility within the Gothic Quarter. Locals and visitors alike gather here to experience a piece of nature preserved in the heart of the medieval city.
Access requires advance registration and visitors will receive a QR code for entry through the Sant Sever and Sant Honorat street entrance. Planning your visit in advance helps ensure smooth access to this controlled space.
During Sant Jordi celebrations on April 23, the courtyard transforms into a flower market where local groups sell roses to visitors. This yearly tradition brings a distinct energy to the space that exists nowhere else in the building.
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