King Albert Park, Urban park in Ghent, Belgium.
King Albert Park is a green space in the southeastern part of Ghent, marked by long rows of benches and old plane trees that provide shade. The space also features areas for playing petanque and children's activities, offering something for different visitors.
After the removal of Zuid station in 1928, a green space in the neo-baroque style emerged on this site, later named after King Albert I a few years later. The original geometric design from the 1930s remains visible and continues to shape the place's appearance.
The park houses memorials that recall both World Wars and bear witness to the city's past. Visitors can walk through these spaces and experience the historical marks that are carved into stone.
The park is reachable by tram and has an underground parking garage right next to it for cars outside the emission zone. Those arriving on foot will find wide paths that are easy to walk and remain accessible throughout.
Memorial columns from the former station restaurant stand in the park, an unexpected relic from another era. These columns tell the story of the place and are often a surprising discovery for visitors exploring the grounds.
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