| Padua's Botanical Gardens |
| Part Two: Padua's Botanical Gardens, begun in 1545, are the oldest in Europe |
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The Collections
In Padua's Botanical Garden the plants are grouped to form collections on the basis of their characteristics. Some of the more interesting collections are:
- Insectivorous Plants - yep, the meat eaters of the plant kingdom have their own set of greenhouses. Watch your fingers. [Photos below]
- Medicinal and poisonous plants - this is the historical purpose of the garden's foundation in 1545.
- Itinerary for Blind People - Aromatic or thorny plants, in pots so they can be changed throughout the year. Labels are written in Braille.
- Aquatic Plants - marvel at the number of different lily pads that are out there in the world. [photos below]
Information for Visiting Padua's Botanical Gardens
The botanical gardens are located just south of the Basilica di Sant'Antonio. From the piazza in front of the Basilica, walk south on the street that parallels the front of the Basilica.
Opening
times
Winter: November 1-March 31: 9.00-13.00 (Mondays to Saturdays)
Spring-summer-autumn: April 1-October 31: 9.00-13.00;
15.00-18.00 (every day)
Cost: €2.58
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Pictures
© 2002 by James Martin, licensed to About
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