New York Botanical Garden, Botanical garden in The Bronx, United States.
Description
The New York Botanical Garden covers about 100 hectares (250 acres) and includes dozens of gardens with more than a million plant species from around the world. Paths lead through greenhouses, themed gardens and a forest section that runs through the entire site.
History
Nathaniel Lord Britton and his wife Elizabeth founded the garden in 1891 on land that once belonged to the Lorillard family. In 1967 the site became a National Historic Landmark and has since protected the old forest at its center.
Culture
The name reflects the founders' vision to create a space for research and public learning. Today families walk through the grounds to explore plant displays and join guided tours through different sections.
Practical
The site is best explored on foot and comfortable shoes are helpful for the longer distances. Weekends bring more people, so weekdays offer a quieter visit.
Did you know?
At the center of the grounds lies an old forest section covering about 20 hectares (50 acres) that is among the last uncut woodlands in New York City. Some trees there are over 200 years old and date from before the city's development.
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