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The Turia Gardens project traces to 1957, when flood waters devastated the city’s historic district. To avoid another such deluge, the government diverted the Turia River, relocating the watercourse. Rather than turn the old river bed into a highway, as some suggested, the vast area became a public green zone, with renowned architect Ricardo Bofill assuming a primary role in the overall planning. Continue reading Turia Gardens .. Valencia’s Green Zone  3 comments - (Comments are closed)  Landscape Architecture, Spain  Landscape Architecture, Spain, Valencia 
Valencia, Spain: A city of tantalizing contrasts! Stroll the vibrant town center amid ancient Roman ruins, and you may find yourself surprised by elements of 21st century garden artistry. There’s a newfound panache to Spain’s third largest city, located on the coast, 3 hours or so from Barcelona. Continue reading Botanic Garden .. Valencia, Spain 
Parc Guell – Designed by Antoni Gaudi Parc Güell © Alice Joyce Brilliantly expressive, the Modernist art and architecture of Antoni Gaudi is reason enough for an admirer to plan a pilgrimage to Barcelona. A good part of a day in Barcelona may well be devoted to taking in the ambiance of Parc Guell. At the entrance, the artistry of a mosaic dragon arguably merits the city’s prime photo op for tourists. The masterfully Continue reading Barcelona: Gaudi, Güell & Ciutadella 6 comments - (Comments are closed) Historic Gardens, Spain Barcelona, Gaudi, Historic Gardens, Public parks, Spain |
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