Jardins de les Tres Xemeneies, Urban park in El Poble-sec, Barcelona, Spain.
Jardins de les Tres Xemeneies is an urban park built on the site of a former power station in El Poble-sec. Three tall brick chimneys from the industrial facility rise above the green space and define the park's character.
The site formerly held the Barcelona Traction Light and Power Company, which powered Catalonia in the early 20th century. The conversion from an industrial facility to a public park reflects how the neighborhood shifted from industrial to modern times.
The park walls serve as a space for rotating street art exhibitions featuring works by local and international artists. New graffiti pieces regularly appear here, giving the place an active creative character.
The park features basketball courts, table tennis tables, petanque courts, and exercise equipment available for visitors to use. Walking from the nearby tram stops in the neighborhood provides good access to the grounds.
The three chimneys are not simply relics but were deliberately kept and integrated into a modern office complex behind the park. This blend demonstrates how Barcelona weaves industrial remnants into contemporary development.
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