Hangzhou Botanical Garden, Botanical garden near West Lake, China
Hangzhou Botanical Garden is a large planted area located at the foot of Jade Spring Hill, organized into themed sections including a Bamboo Garden and a Botany Classification Garden. The site brings together thousands of plant specimens arranged for both public enjoyment and scientific research.
The garden was established in 1956, growing from a local plant conservation initiative into a major research center. It remains connected to the city's gardens administration and continues its original mission of protecting and studying plants on a larger scale.
The garden displays thousands of plum trees that bloom in winter, reflecting a long Chinese custom of finding beauty in these flowers during the cold months. Visitors come to experience this seasonal tradition and the aesthetic values it represents throughout the year.
The site is accessible by public transportation and within walking distance of West Lake's shoreline. Paths are generally flat and marked, making it easy to explore different garden areas at your own pace and discover what interests you most.
A bamboo species called Damaozhu grows with remarkable speed, capable of gaining significant height in a single night. This rapid growth pattern fascinates both visitors and researchers, offering a living example of nature's most accelerated development.
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