Crystal Palace of Arganzuela, Botanical garden in La Arganzuela district, Madrid, Spain.
The Crystal Palace features glass and iron architecture with natural light illuminating four distinct zones containing tropical and subtropical plant collections.
The greenhouse opened in 1992 as part of the transformation of Matadero Madrid from an industrial complex into a cultural center.
The greenhouse maintains 1,200 plant species from 100 families, including rare specimens and an extensive collection of orchids for research purposes.
Located at Paseo de la Chopera 10, the greenhouse offers guided tours and informative brochures to help visitors identify plant species.
The structure combines botanical research with public education through organized plant displays representing different global climate zones.
Location: Madrid
Official opening: 1992
Part of: Matadero Madrid
GPS coordinates: 40.39371,-3.69997
Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:52
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