Jardin Botanique de Naples is a botanical garden in Naples, Italy. The garden was established in 1779 by Ferdinand IV, King of Naples and Sicily. It is the oldest botanical garden in Europe and one of the most important in the world. It covers an area of about 3 hectares and is home to more than 10,000 species of plants.
History
The garden was established in 1779 by Ferdinand IV, King of Naples and Sicily. It was originally designed as a pleasure garden, but over the years it was transformed into a botanical garden. The garden has been expanded and renovated several times since its foundation and is now home to more than 10,000 species of plants.
Collections
The garden houses a large collection of plants from all over the world. The collections include:
- Tropical and subtropical plants
- Medicinal plants
- Ornamental plants
- Cacti and succulents
- Palms
- Ferns
- Bamboo
The garden also houses a large collection of rare and endangered species of plants, as well as a herbarium with more than 100,000 specimens.
Features
The garden features several greenhouses, a pond, and a fountain. The greenhouses include a tropical greenhouse, an orchid house, and a cactus house. The garden also features a number of sculptures, including a replica of the Farnese Hercules. There is also a library with more than 10,000 books on botany and horticulture.
Events
The garden hosts a number of events throughout the year, including exhibitions, educational programs, and workshops. There are also regular concerts and performances in the garden’s outdoor amphitheater.
Visiting
The garden is open to the public daily from 9am to 5pm. There is an admission fee for adults, but children under the age of 16 are free. The garden also offers guided tours for groups of 10 or more people.
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