Japanese garden of Hasselt, Japanese garden in Hasselt, Belgium
Description
The Japanese Garden of Hasselt is a landscaped space featuring ponds, bridges, and stone structures that reflect traditional Japanese garden design. The grounds include numerous ornamental cherry trees and multiple pathways that visitors can explore.
History
This garden was built between 1985 and 1992 as a result of a partnership between Hasselt and Itami, a city near Osaka in Japan. The collaboration allowed for the exchange of design expertise and horticultural knowledge.
Culture
The garden serves as a venue for Japanese festivals and celebrations that draw visitors throughout the year, offering a space where traditional customs are performed and shared. These events bring authentic Japanese customs and seasonal rituals to a European setting.
Practical
The garden is open from April through October and welcomes visitors across all four seasons during this period. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the pathways wind through various landscapes with elevation changes.
Did you know?
A peace bell stands within the grounds, and its sound carries across the entire space as a symbol of connection. This bell marks the friendship between the two sister cities and adds a meditative quality to walks through the garden.
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