Barefoot Park, Sensory park in central Medellín, Colombia.
Barefoot Park is a sensory park in central Medellín designed for visitors to walk barefoot through areas with different ground textures. The site features sand zones, bamboo gardens, water fountains, and grass sections that offer varied tactile experiences.
The site was abandoned land in the 1990s before it was transformed into a public park between 1998 and 2000. This conversion was part of Medellín's broader urban renewal efforts during a period of significant change for the city.
The park serves as a gathering space where visitors remove their shoes to connect directly with natural materials in the middle of the city. This shared practice creates a special atmosphere where people from the neighborhood come to experience nature without the barrier of footwear.
The park is located near Alpujarra metro station and remains open daily for visitors. It connects to the Interactive Museum EPM and the Metropolitan Theatre, making it easy to visit multiple attractions in one trip.
The park allows visitors to feel different ground materials with their feet, from fine sand to smooth stones. This tactile experience is unusual for an urban space and makes sensory awareness the center of the visit.
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