Orman Garden, Botanical garden in Giza, Egypt
Orman Garden is a botanical garden in Giza spanning multiple sections including a rock garden, rose garden, cactus collection, and a lotus pond. Each area displays different plant types and offers distinct walking paths through the landscape.
The garden was established in 1875 under Khedive Ismail Pasha's rule, with French landscape architect Jean-Pierre Barillet-Deschamps shaping its original design. It represents 19th-century approaches to garden planning and plant cultivation.
The annual Spring Festival brings together plant producers offering ornamental plants, cut flowers, and local crafts like woven baskets and Aswanian honey. The event shows how gardening connects with traditional trades in the region.
The garden sits west of the Nile near Cairo University with multiple pathways connecting its different sections. Wear comfortable shoes and allow enough time to walk through the various areas at a leisurely pace.
The garden houses a botanical museum displaying historical herbaria from the Khedive period and furniture that belonged to King Farouk. These items offer a window into the link between botany and Egypt's royal history.
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