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Published: 2026-09-25 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-25 — Street installations often bring a unique vibe to a city and give passersby a reason to slow down and appreciate their surroundings. In Jerusalem Square, a massive bright red flower has appeared...

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
 

Street installations often bring a unique vibe to a city and give passersby a reason to slow down and appreciate their surroundings. In Jerusalem Square, a massive bright red flower has appeared, which usually rests its head lazily. But the moment someone walks by or a tram passes, the flower suddenly blooms—truly fascinating!

A giant flower has appeared in downtown Jerusalem. (Image source: mymodernmet)

The flower in its usual, lazy state. (Image source: mymodernmet)

The massive red flower is located in Vallero Square in the heart of Jerusalem. Designed by architecture firm HQ Architects, it is an installation created by the local government to enhance urban space. Standing 9 meters tall with a vivid red hue, the enormous flower stands out prominently in the city square. In fact, this giant flower is an artistic streetlamp. It blooms or stays closed based on air sensors. Power is transmitted through its stem from underground, and when someone stands beneath it or a tram passes by, fresh air is pumped into the calyx, causing the flower to bloom.

Located around Vallero Square in the city center. (Image source: mymodernmet)

The flower blooms when it senses people or vehicles below. (Image source: mymodernmet)

The flower stands 9 meters tall. (Image source: mymodernmet)

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