Jardim Botânico de Salvador, Botanical garden in São Marcos neighborhood, Salvador, Brazil.
The Botanical Garden of Salvador is a large green space containing thousands of plant species from the Atlantic Forest region. The collections are organized throughout the garden in different sections, showcasing the biodiversity of the tropical ecosystem.
The site started as Horto da Mata dos Oitis and was officially transformed into a botanical garden in 2002. This conversion turned the space into a public facility dedicated to preserving and teaching about the region's plant life.
The garden preserves plant collections used in Candomblé spiritual practices, connecting to the deep African roots present throughout Salvador. These traditions remain visible in how local people relate to plants and sacred spaces in the city.
The garden is open most days with walking paths through different plant sections that visitors can explore at their own pace. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended, especially since the tropical climate means warm weather most of the year.
An old water tank on the grounds was transformed into an art installation, adding a contemporary element to the space. A long forest trail leads visitors to a wooden pavilion where they can pause and take in their surroundings.
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