Plaza (noun)

1. A public square or open space in a town or city, typically with buildings or shops surrounding it.
2. A shopping center or complex that includes a mix of stores and restaurants.

Origin:

From spanish plaza ("place, square") , from late latin platea ("street, broad way") from ancient greek πλατεῖα (plateia, "broad way").

Examples:

1. The plaza was filled with people enjoying the sun.
2. The city's main plaza was a popular spot for tourists.
3. The plaza was surrounded by shops and restaurants.
4. The town square was officially known as the Plaza del Pueblo.
5. The mall was actually a large indoor plaza that offered a variety of services.