Botanical Garden of Medellín, Botanical garden in Medellín, Colombia
The Botanical Garden of Medellín covers 14 hectares and displays collections of native Colombian plants, orchids, palms, and desert species in themed areas. The site includes several greenhouses, walking paths through different vegetation zones, and a central lake surrounded by dense greenery.
The garden opened in 1972 on the site of a former municipal nursery that had previously supplied trees to city parks. The site was later expanded and equipped with scientific facilities to research and conserve Colombian flora.
Named after naturalist Joaquín Antonio Uribe, the park now serves as a center for environmental education in the region. School groups and families come here to learn about Colombian plant life and participate in workshops held throughout the grounds.
Visitors can book guided tours that explain the different plant collections or explore the paths on their own. The entire site is accessible for wheelchair users, and an on-site restaurant offers options for meals or short breaks during the visit.
The Orchideorama, a structure of hexagonal wooden modules resembling flowers, creates a special climate for epiphytic plants and orchids. This construction filters light and regulates humidity, allowing delicate species to grow in a controlled environment.
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