With global warming and pollution taking a toll on us, all we seek is some time away from the toxic air we breathe and pump some healthy, fresh air into our lungs. For those who are fortunate to be residing near a park or garden, it is easier to grab this opportunity but let's admit that there's nothing exciting in our neighborhood parks.
Keeping in mind the need of the hour, we have collated a list of world's most amazing botanical gardens that have fresh air being released from a plethora of flora to soothe your tired body and soul.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden, New York
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden of New York stands out from its fellow gardens with more than 12,000 species of plants to boast of. The garden is popular for the C.V. Starr Bonsai Museum, the Steinhardt Conservatory, and the Cherry Esplanade that houses itself within the 52-acre premises.
Jardim Botanico, Rio de Janeiro
140 hectares of this UNESCO-designated biosphere houses 6,500 species of plants besides many important monuments. Situated at the foot of Corcovado Mountain in Jardim Botanico- the district that got its name from this garden- this nature's haven is like an oxygen cylinder for humans.
Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden, Thailand
An extremely popular tourist attraction, the Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden is located in Chonburi Province in Thailand. Spread over 500-acre land; this garden has a scientific centre dedicated to Cycads.
Claude Monet's Garden, Giverny, France
A spectacular garden that seems straight out of a painting canvas, the Claude Monet's Garden was once a property of the popular painter Oscar-Claude Monet. He designed his gardens just like his paintings with vibrant hues around a messy backdrop. Open from April to October; you can relish the beauty of the place and take snaps of the water lilies but don't miss the Musee des Impressionnismes that is just a few steps away.
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town
A UNESCO World Heritage site, this 82-acre garden sits on the slope of Table Mountain in Cape Town and is the most beautiful garden in Africa
Montreal Botanical Garden, Montreal, Canada
Considered one of the most important gardens in the world due to its facilities and collection, the Montreal Botanic Garden has 75 hectares of thematic gardens and greenhouse that are sure to woo you with their splendor.
Longwood Gardens, the USA
Astounding and vibrant, the Longwood Gardens used to be private estate that got converted to a public garden in the year 1919. Sprawling across more than 1000-acres, the garden has 20 outdoor and 20 indoor gardens, maintained in a mile and a half long greenhouse.
Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore
This 183-acre botanical garden of Singapore is stellar and houses more than 20,000 orchids with terrapins and wild monkeys having some gala time among the bountiful nature. It also has a National Orchid Gallery that allows you to enter for free and have a look at some gorgeous tropical orchids, hybrids, cool-weather flowers and a Bromeliad House.
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, England
Home to the largest collection of plants in the world, the Royal Botanical Garden is spread over a 300-acre area and has a train to take you on a tour of this vast beauty. This garden is set along the Thames and has one of the largest compost heaps in Europe that can be viewed from a special viewing platform.
Alpine Botanical Garden, Lautaret
If you are craving for Alpine flora, then this is the place to be. You will get an instant energy gazing up the snow-covered peaks from an altitude of 7,000 feet while being surrounded by a breathtaking view of the yellow, purple, and pink wildflowers that have made this garden their home.
We just hope that these and many such gardens keep flourishing and remain untouched by the environmental toxins and human mischief.
