Royal Botanic Gardens, Trinidad, Historical botanical garden in Port of Spain, Trinidad.
The Royal Botanic Gardens is a large garden space in Port of Spain covering 25 hectares with trees and plants from around the world. Walking through the grounds, you'll find diverse vegetation arranged across the terrain, with clear pathways connecting different planted areas.
This space was founded in 1818 on the site of an old plantation and shaped under the direction of an early governor who appointed the first head gardener. The grounds were designed to grow as both a place for scientific study and recreation for the colonial community.
The gardens showcase a wide range of both local and imported plants that reflect Trinidad's botanical diversity and scientific interest. These collections help people understand the island's natural heritage and support ongoing plant research and conservation work.
The gardens sit on the northern edge of Queen's Park Savannah and are best visited during cooler morning hours. Entry is from the Cotton Hill side on the Maraval road, and the space is accessible for walking at a relaxed pace.
Among the trees and plants, a burial ground holds the graves of several island governors dating back to 1819. This quiet cemetery within the garden grounds reflects the space's role in the island's leadership history and is easily overlooked by most visitors.
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