Botanical Garden of the University of Granada, University botanical garden in central Granada, Spain.
The botanical garden spans over 20 designated patches, each containing labeled plant species with scientific names throughout the carefully arranged sections.
Founded in 1783 on former Jesuit grounds, the garden transformed from a vegetable plot into an educational facility for the University of Granada.
The garden entrance on Calle Duquesa displays relief sculptures commemorating botanists Mariano La Gasca and Antonio José Cavanilles through classical artworks.
Located at Calle Duquesa 13, the garden opens Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM during academic semesters with free admission.
The garden houses one of the first Ginkgo biloba specimens planted in the Iberian Peninsula among its collection of 70 significant trees.
Location: Granada
Inception: 1783
Part of: University of Granada
GPS coordinates: 37.17778,-3.60250
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:11
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