Jardin botanique de l'Evêché, Botanical garden near Cathedral Saint-Etienne, Limoges, France
The Jardin botanique de l'Evêché is a botanical garden next to Limoges Cathedral. It spreads across terraced levels with river views and holds thousands of different plant species from around the world.
The garden started in the 18th century as a private space for the bishops and opened to everyone in 1888. A major renovation in the 1970s gave it the form we see today.
The garden displays plants native to the Limousin region, including medicinal herbs and plants once used in local trades. Different sections tell the story of how people here have worked with plants over many generations.
The garden sits in the old town and is free to visit every day, with pathways at different levels. The stairs and paths can be steep, so good walking shoes are a good idea.
The garden is laid out across three different elevation levels, each offering different views and plant arrangements. These height differences make the walk varied and show how plants grow at different altitudes.
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