Bergondo, Spain
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The garden at Pazo de Mariñán was designed in the early 19th century by a French gardener, likely Mathias Tiebe, and is organized into three distinct areas: ornamental, horticultural, and wooded. Notably, it features the most impressive collection of tree-like myrtles in Galicia, which, along with the Arbutus unedo, recognized as the largest in the region, has been part of the Pazo since the first half of the 19th century.
Pontevedra, Spain
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Palace of Lourizán (Pazo de Lourizán). In what is now known as Granxa da Serra, the precursor to the later Pazo, there was an area surrounding the house that served as a garden or park. This space features beautiful magnolias and camellias, which were planted between 1840 and 1850, creating a lovely atmosphere around the pazo.
A Coruña, Spain
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Alameda Park (Parque da Alameda) landscape features a gentle slope, making it a garden of unique botanical and historical significance. Santiago de Compostela is home to numerous parks and gardens, but none are as deeply woven into the city's history and its people as 'Alameda' Park.
Kyoto, Japan
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Kyoto Botanical Garden is one of the city's best-kept secrets and offers great value, making it a must-see destination for both tourists and residents.
Shinjuku City, Japan
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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is a famous park in Tokyo that has been the subject of numerous articles. Regardless of the season, it attracts visitors year-round. On my latest trip, I was particularly taken by the Shinjuku Gyoen Greenhouse, which I felt was worthy of its own dedicated piece.
Shizuoka, Japan
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Fuji Kachoen Garden Park spanning 8000 square meters, this conservatory is home to more than 10,000 begonias and fuchsias from different corners of the globe, ensuring a vibrant display of flowers throughout the year for all who visit. Guests also have the unique opportunity to interact with a variety of owls collected from around the world. The park features 38 species of owls, totaling around 200 birds, and depending on the time of day, visitors can enjoy an exciting bird show.
Hamamatsu, Japan
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Hamamatsu Flower Park spans approximately 30,000 square meters and features a diverse collection of over 3,000 plant species. I had the pleasure of visiting the park in early April while enjoying the Spring Festival.
Pontevedra, Spain
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The garden of Soutomaior Castle boasts over 400 camellia varieties, including 18 that are over a century old. In 1982, the Regional Government took ownership of the castle and started developing a camellia collection. Initially, there were just 19 camellias (18 of which remain today), making them the oldest in Galicia.
Fertod, Hungary
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The courtyard and gardens of Esterházy Palace, often referred to as the 'Hungarian Versailles,' boast a unique baroque setting that stands out even by European standards. This site is a significant landmark in Hungary's cultural history and is recognized as the largest and most prestigious baroque-rococo monument complex in the country.
Zugdidi, Georgia
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Zugdidi Botanical Garden stands out as a significant cultural heritage site of national importance in Georgia. Situated 122 meters above sea level and covering an area of 26 hectares, this garden benefits from its unique location and climate, making it an excellent resource for the introduction, study, and acclimatization of valuable subtropical plants.
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Vijfhuizen, Netherlands
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International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) will take place in Vijfhuizen, Netherlands during 5-7 November 2024. IFTF is the exhibition designed for retailers, growers, florists, and both buyers and sellers of flowers.