This is the name given to the wide pedestrian strip leading down from Plaça de Catalyuna to the water front and the statue of Columbus. Rather than have the cars drive down the centre they are relegated to the edges and the public get to walk among the many flower stalls, pet stalls, newsagents, cafes and restaurants. Locals still take their 'promenade' in the early evening and during the summer months world class street performers entertain local and tourist alike.