Contemporary gardens of Juberri

Parks and Nature

Harmony and peace between Pyrenean nature and contemporary sculpture. That is what the Juberri Gardens offer, in the parish of Sant Julià de Lòria. This small green space, created in 2005 by a family living in the town, is one of the most original places in the Principality of Andorra. A perfect proposal for art lovers and for all those who have a special sensitivity for the plant world. One of the great attractions of the Juberri Gardens is, of course, its sculptural decoration, largely designed by Angel Calvente. The artistic creations that can be contemplated in this space are very diverse, with a predominance of animal groups. Horses, sheep, elephants and species that come from different latitudes of the world and that emphasize the aforementioned contrast with the environment of the valley. Some of these works are very realistic representations of gorillas, panda bears or giraffes, among others, turning the place into a unique animal park stopped in time. But the best example of how contemporary art can coexist in perfect harmony with nature are the sculptural groups of giant hands, which simulate holding some trees in the garden by their trunks, as if they were a subtle flower stalk. There are also groups of human statues and even scale models of Andorran churches made in stone.