Gardens of the Imagination, Contemporary garden in Terrasson-Lavilledieu, France.
The Gardens of the Imagination extends across 6 hectares, featuring thirteen distinct areas with water elements, rose gardens, tunnels, and woodland sections.
Landscape architect Kathryn Gustafson and architect Ian Ritchie collaborated in 1996 to create this garden, which received recognition as Notable Gardens of France.
The garden layout presents various myths and legends through thirteen tableaux, incorporating natural materials to represent the evolution from nature to agriculture.
Located between Sarlat and Lascaux, the gardens remain open from April through September, with daily access during July and August except for Tuesdays.
The garden contains 2,000 rose bushes, 20,000 perennial plants, 2,500 box hedges, and 120 water sprays across multiple terraced levels overlooking Vézère river.
Location: Terrasson-Lavilledieu
Location: Dordogne
Architects: Kathryn Gustafson, Ian Ritchie
GPS coordinates: 45.12417,1.30333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:26
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