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quadrangle
A grassy plaza at a central or significant point in the layout of a campus or city, distinct from a recreational park.
A quadrangle is a grassy plaza positioned at a central or significant point within the overall plan of a campus or a city. It may contain trees, flowers, fountains, etc., but generally lacks recreational facilities, and is not considered a park.
The open space has a deliberate position within the surrounding plan. Trees, flowers, or fountains can accompany its predominantly grassy plaza form.
A park is a landscaped area for recreation and relaxation. The quadrangle instead has the central plaza role and general absence of recreational facilities described above.
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