The Monte Benacantil dominates the historic center, the port, and the sea. The powerful fortifications had given this military area a state of abandonment. Yet, the imposing mass of the mountain, with its tectonic nature, endured as an iconic symbol of the city. The creation of the park marks a restoration of this geographic landmark. Over time, the steep slope, landslides, southwest orientation, and challenging access gradually deteriorated the area, making the idea of envisioning a garden here seem almost absurd.

The integration of this natural space into the city’s daily life restores the connection between neglected neighborhoods and the vibrant city center and port. It revitalizes the upper parts of the historic city center and recalls the natural link to the castle overlooking the sea. Reclaiming the site also allows reconnecting with a familiar, spectacular, and magnificent landscape.