Atocha-La Liria Botanical Garden, Botanical garden in Ambato, Ecuador.
The garden spans 14 hectares and contains over 400 plant species, including fruit orchards, palm avenues, medicinal gardens, and Australian eucalyptus trees.
Founded in 1849 by Dr. Nicolas Martinez Vasconez, this garden received the first eucalyptus trees in Ecuador during a visit by President Gabriel García Moreno.
The Martinez-Holguin House Museum within the garden displays furnishings and artifacts from the La Quinta Mera family in its adobe structure.
The garden opens Wednesday through Sunday from 09:00 to 16:30, with entrance fees of $0.50 for nationals and $1.00 for international visitors.
The garden maintains seven endemic plant species and provides sanctuary for native wildlife including Andean owls, hummingbirds, and mountain skunks.
Location: Ambato
Location: Ambato Canton
Location: Tungurahua Province
Location: Atocha Ficoa
GPS coordinates: -1.24167,-78.61972
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:40
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