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The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, nestled in the heart of the city, is a historical gem and a tranquil retreat. Established in 1590, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, with a rich collection that has grown over four centuries. Visitors can explore the Orangery from 1744, tropical greenhouses from 1938, and a winter garden from 2000, each offering a unique glimpse into the plant kingdom. The garden's commitment to education and conservation is evident through its diverse flora, including exotic species and historical plants like the old Tuliptree from 1716 and the Ginkgo from 1785. It's a place where nature's beauty is preserved and celebrated, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.
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At Amsterdam's botanical gardens. A pleasing mix of 'Amsterdam School' & traditional victorian iron work. Built in 1912, some 274 years after the gardens were founded, after a design by Dutch architect Johan Melchior van der Mey (1878-1949).
I thought I'd read somewhere that the decision to finance & build the palm house was a sweetener for the garden's curator at the time to encourage him to stay put in Amsterdam but I can't now find my reference for this so perhaps it was all a dream.
Jolly fine building in any event.
The Hortus Botanicus Leiden, nestled in the heart of the city, is a historical gem and a tranquil retreat. Established in 1590, it holds the distinction of being the oldest botanical garden in the Netherlands, with a rich collection that has grown over four centuries. Visitors can explore the Orangery from 1744, tropical greenhouses from 1938, and a winter garden from 2000, each offering a unique glimpse into the plant kingdom. The garden's commitment to education and conservation is evident through its diverse flora, including exotic species and historical plants like the old Tuliptree from 1716 and the Ginkgo from 1785. It's a place where nature's beauty is preserved and celebrated, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.
May 1, 2022 - The Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam is one of the oldest botanic gardens in the world. Today, there are more than 4,000 plant species growing in the garden and greenhouses. The Hortus is located in the Plantage district in the hectic center of Amsterdam. Behind the 300-year-old gates, however, the bustle of the city seems to disappear." Text from: www.dehortus.nl/en/bezoek/
Emma deep in the jungles of Hortus Botanicus - Amsterdam 2008. Shot with my Holga expired Fuji 120 film.