Botanical Garden of Brussels, Protected heritage park in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Belgium.
Description
The Botanical Garden of Brussels combines formal French garden elements with Italian and English landscape styles across terraced levels in the Brabant Quarter. The grounds feature layered areas with diverse botanical sections and water features.
History
The garden was founded in 1826 along Brussels' first defensive wall and underwent major transformations between 1842 and 1854. During this expansion period, fountains, electrical lighting, and sculptures were added to the grounds.
Culture
The main building has housed Le Botanique cultural center since 1984, hosting regular music performances and art exhibitions. The venue serves as a gathering place for those interested in contemporary art and live entertainment.
Practical
The garden is directly connected to Botanique metro station on lines 2 and 6, offering quick connections to Brussels center and main train stations. Easy access from the metro makes it convenient to reach from various neighborhoods throughout the city.
Did you know?
The garden's orangery played a key role in the accidental development of Belgian endive, a specialty that emerged from plant experiments during difficult economic times. This discovery transformed the crop into an important part of Belgian agricultural history.
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