When it comes to the royal botanical garden, it is "done" really royal, as only kings know and want. Monarch Carlos III had a wish that there would be a garden in Madrid dedicated to the natural sciences. The garden was founded by King Ferdinand VI and, at the request of Monarch Carlos III, in 1755. Thus, in the 13th century, today's royal garden was created. At the very beginning, there were 2000 plants in the garden, all collected by the botanist Jose Kuer. The garden was made in three layers, and the goal was never only to exhibit plants, but also science and education. This garden is often visited by numerous scientists.
There are over 5000 species of living plants in this complex, which are also exhibited as a permanent exhibition of the garden. In addition, you can visit the herbarium in the garden, which exhibits over a million species of plants. For every historical information, document and photograph about the garden, it is necessary to visit the botanical library and archive. Since 1942, this garden has been an "art garden".
There are some "ordinary" but also exotic plants in the garden. In addition to the individual tour, a guided tour is provided. In addition to the beautiful photos they take, visitors learn a lot. What benefits do we get from plants, what do they serve, how long do they live, how are they nurtured, where do they come from. Flower exhibitions and scientific conferences are often held in the garden, as well as educational programs for pupils and students. Newlyweds can often be seen in the garden, taking photos for the most beautiful memory from the wedding. In addition to flowers, palm trees and trees, the botanical garden contains cultural monuments, a small triumphal arch and lakes with fountains. This place is a real oasis of greenery, colors and scents and it is best to visit it in spring or summer.
Ticket price: for adults 4 EUR students 2 EUR, for groups of more than 10 people 2 EUR per person
Working hours: from 10am to 7pm.
Author of the text:
Maja Glavaš, Bachelor with Honours in Communicology. Works in Tourism.
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