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Botanical Gardens was started by the British first as a Sanatorium
or health resort for recuperating colonial officers, on account
of its pleasant mountain weather. It later became an agricultural
station with plants from around the tropical world. It opened
to the public in 1890. Represented are 375 species of plants
including some endangered species, all arranged on beautifully
manicured lawns spread over 30 acres.
TARGET:
Ideal for tourists of all ages, particularly, those interested
in tropical flora in a park-like environment.
IDEAL
TIME OF VISIT: All year round.
INFORMATION:
On the tour, you will see plants from various tropical regions
including Brazil, Nepal, India, Cuba, Philippines, etc.You
will see also plants from Australia and the herbarium with
tropical medicinal plants. Enjoy a spectacular view of the
garden lawns, rare cycads, cacti, and epiphytes. There is
also a commemorative lawn with trees planted by world-renowned
dignitaries including Queen Elizabeth II, the Prince of Wales,
Presidents and many others.
STARTING
POINT:
Reception point of the Botanical Garden where guests are given
a brief history of the garden followed by a tour through the
various lawns.
ROUTE:
Walk through the Royal Palm avenue, the flowerly lovers' lane,
and cocoa plot, then down to the nurseries and a herbarium,
which is full of several labeled tropical medicinal plants.
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