The largest square in the centre of Barcelona is Placa Catalunya, which is set in the old city and is covering 50 000 square meters. All streets that meet in Placa Catalunya are important and usually lead to the major tourist sights and places of interest. These streets are Passeig de Gracia, La Rambla and Rambla de Catalunya, as well as Portal de l'Angel, etc. Placa Catalunya is famous for its statues and fountains and of course, the numerous pigeons that gather in the centre.