Giardino dell'Iris, Botanical garden at Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence, Italy.
The Giardino dell'Iris spans two hectares on a hillside, containing over 1,500 iris varieties arranged along stone paths and terraced flowerbeds.
The garden opened in 1954 to host international iris competitions, reflecting Florence's connection to the flower, which has been the city's symbol since 1251.
The garden serves as a center for iris cultivation research, offering guided tours and watercolor painting courses during the spring flowering season.
Visitors can access the garden for free between April 25 and May 20, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM daily.
The garden features a dedicated pond for aquatic iris varieties and presents views of Florence's skyline through ancient olive groves.
Location: Florence
GPS coordinates: 43.76282,11.26688
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:24
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