{
  "id": 7374128,
  "title": "Gods of Olympus of La Ribota Park in Alcorcón, Spain",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/gods-of-olympus-of-la-ribota-park-in-alcorcon-spain",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-14T18:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Atlas Obscura",
    "slug": "atlas-obscura",
    "url": "https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/gods-of-olympus-of-la-ribota-park"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "La Ribota Park, nestled on the southern outskirts of Alcorcón, Spain, harbors a surprising secret: a miniature Olympus, complete with a solar system, crafted by artist Ángel Aragonés. The park, a tranquil green space frequented by locals for leisure, conceals a celestial ensemble within its fountains and statues. At its core stands Apollo, symbolizing the Sun, from which winding paths mimic planetary orbits, guiding visitors to the park's divine denizens. Here, you'll find Mercury, Venus, Gea (Earth), and the mighty gas giants Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and even Pluto, despite its demotion to \"dwarf planet\" status by the International Astronomical Union in 2006. The sculptures maintain a simplified, frontal style, yet their key attributes render them recognizably familiar. Interestingly, Pluto is the lone exception to the reclassification, still honored as a planet in this park. The park's ambiance is particularly enchanting during twilight, as the shifting sunlight casts a kaleidoscope of colors upon the statues and fountains, creating a captivating spectacle.",
  "summary": "You don’t normally expect to encounter the gods of Olympus while strolling through a suburban park outside Madrid. But Alcorcón, a city better known for apartment blocks and shopping centers than classical mythology, has quietly created its own version of Mount Olympus—and it comes complete with a solar system. La Ribota Park, on the southern edge of the city, is an unassuming place: a pleasant…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}