Glorieta d'Alcoi, Public park in Alcoy, Spain
The Glorieta d'Alcoi is a public park in Alcoy featuring pathways through landscaped gardens, a central pavilion, and decorative iron structures along its perimeter. The design incorporates varied plantings and quiet spaces throughout its layout.
The park was established in 1836 and underwent extensive redesign in 1899 under architect Vicente Juan Pascual Pastor. This renovation shaped the appearance visitors see today.
The iron railing around the park carries the Art Nouveau motif known as the latiguillo, a whiplash curve typical of the style. The name Glorieta refers to the small circular garden square the park occupies on Plaça de Ramon i Cajal, in Alcoy's historic centre.
The park has multiple entrances connecting Alcoy's main streets, making it easy to pass through the city while walking. Benches are scattered throughout for sitting and resting.
The iron fence around the park carries the Art Nouveau motif known as the latiguillo, a whiplash curve typical of the style. The 1899 lighting was designed by the Alcoy engineer José Cort Merita, while the layout came from architect Vicente Pascual Pastor.
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