Jardins de Laribal, Mediterranean garden terraces in Sants-Montjuïc, Barcelona, Spain
Jardins de Laribal is a tiered garden on a slope with stone pathways, staircases, and pergolas connecting different levels across the hillside. Mediterranean plants, fountains, and water features define the organized garden spaces throughout the site.
These gardens took shape between 1917 and 1924 on land originally owned by lawyer Josep Laribal, with the design created by French garden designer Jean-Claude Nicolas Forestier. The project was developed to prepare the Montjuïc area for the 1929 International Exhibition.
The gardens display Hispano-Arabic design traditions through tiled seating areas and geometric layouts that become apparent as you walk through them. Water channels and features are integrated into the design in ways that reflect how Mediterranean spaces were historically planned.
The gardens are open during daylight hours and spread across multiple levels connected by numerous stairs. Access is straightforward, but the terrain demands physical stamina for climbing and descending.
The Font del Gat fountain features a water spout shaped like a cat's head, designed by Josep Antoni Homs and referenced in a traditional Catalan song. This small sculpture remains in its original location and continues to capture visitor interest.
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