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Luisenpark in Mannheim, Germany, is a sprawling 41-hectare urban park blending botanical gardens, leisure attractions, and zoo features. Visitors can enjoy tranquil boat rides, explore a Chinese garden, marvel at diverse plant collections, and interact with animals in an immersive and family-friendly setting.
Bernardine Garden in Lithuania is a historic 9-hectare oasis in Vilnius Old Town, blending botanical beauty with leisure activities, including a Monastery Garden section and a vibrant musical fountain. After a 2013 restoration, this serene and romantic garden offers panoramic views of Vilnius' castle and serves as a beloved green heart of the city for both locals and tourists.
Kroměříž Flower Garden in Czech Republic is a meticulously preserved Baroque-era masterpiece, renowned for its geometric layouts, floral parterres, and ornate colonnades. Visitors can wander through the grandeur of a 17th-century formal garden, enjoying the symmetrical beauty of the central Flower Parterre and the panoramic views from the remarkable Colonnade.
Oliwa Park in Gdańsk, Poland, is a picturesque 18th-century public garden known for its blend of French and English garden styles, featuring manicured alleys, ornamental ponds, a botanical Palm House, and a serene Japanese Garden. With majestic tree-lined promenades, a tranquil Great Pond, and cultural landmarks like the Oliwa Cathedral, this lush oasis offers a serene escape and a glimpse into centuries of garden artistry.
Montjuïc Botanical Garden in Barcelona, Spain, offers a captivating journey through Mediterranean-climate regions worldwide, showcasing diverse flora from California, Chile, South Africa, and Australia. Set on the picturesque slopes of Montjuïc hill, the garden's modern design and panoramic views of Barcelona create a tranquil oasis to explore unique plant communities and learn about conservation efforts.
Rosendals Trädgård in Sweden is a charming public garden and organic farm on Djurgården island in central Stockholm. With its mix of orchards, vegetable plots, flower gardens, greenhouses, and a plant labyrinth, it offers a peaceful retreat for city dwellers seeking a connection with nature and an opportunity to learn about biodynamic agriculture.
Perched on a cliff in Monaco, Jardin Exotique de Monaco is a captivating botanical garden boasting an extensive collection of cacti and succulents, offering sweeping views of the Mediterranean Sea. Visitors can explore winding paths, discover an underground cave, and admire vibrant blooms in this horticultural gem set against Monaco's picturesque skyline.
Parque Terra Nostra in Portugal is a historic botanical garden and geothermal hot spring park on São Miguel Island, offering visitors a unique experience with exotic plant collections and iron-rich thermal pools. Dating back to 1775, this lush 12.5-hectare garden features a iconic Thermal Water Pool surrounded by jungle-like greenery, making it a hidden paradise where natural geothermal wonders meet exquisite horticultural artistry.
Trsteno Arboretum in Croatia is a historic Renaissance garden on the Dalmatian coast, featuring ancient giant plane trees, a baroque fountain, and stunning Adriatic Sea views. Visitors can stroll through terraced gardens filled with palm trees, olive trees, and exotic plants, while admiring the aqueduct and enjoying a serene blend of human artistry and nature.
Trsteno Arboretum in Croatia is a historic Renaissance garden and arboretum on the Dalmatian coast, renowned for its ancient giant plane trees, baroque fountain, and stunning Adriatic Sea views. Visitors can wander through terraced gardens with a diverse collection of plants, ornate sculptures, and a well-preserved late-Renaissance aqueduct, all set against a backdrop of lush greenery and panoramic coastal vistas.
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