Giardino Roccioso, Rock garden in San Salvario, Turin, Italy
Giardino Roccioso is a rock garden within Parco del Valentino, where plants grow among stone formations and winding paths. The space displays different plant species adapted to various conditions, creating natural landscapes throughout.
The garden was created as part of Parco del Valentino to provide residents with natural spaces. Its development reflects Turin's tradition of creating green areas within urban settings.
The name reflects the rocky landscape that shapes the visitor experience, with stone formations guiding you through different garden zones. The arrangement of rocks and plants creates a natural flow that invites exploration.
The garden is easily accessible on foot and connects with the larger park, which offers seating areas. Wear comfortable shoes, as paths are uneven and wind between stones.
Many plants here are specially adapted to rocky, dry conditions and grow nowhere else in the park. These specialized species create small ecosystems with their own weather patterns.
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