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Bogotá Botanical Garden
The José Celestino Mutis botanical garden is Colombia's biggest botanical garden. It serves both as a recreation and research center with an emphasis on Andes, Andean and Páramo ecosystems. The garden is located in Bogotá and features plants from every Colombian altitude, climate and region. It was founded in 1955, in honor of botanist and astronomer José Celestino Mutis. The municipally owned park is famous nationwide and is a member of the internationally known BGCI (Botanic Gardens Conservation International). The garden has an artificial waterfall and labs for studying plants and flowers. It also has public services such as a library and a tourist information desk. The garden is the only one in the nation specialized in preserving and collecting Andean species of flowers. Its 19.5 acres are full with collections of plants grouped by their original ecosystem. Among other curiosities, the park includes a sun clock, a palmetum, an orchid collection, and a wide variety of Ama ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jardín Botanico José Celestino Mutis
Jardín (), is a town and Municipalities of Colombia, municipality in the Southwestern Antioquia, southwest region of Antioquia Department, Antioquia, Colombia. It is bounded by the Andes, Antioquia, Andes, Jericó, Antioquia, Jericó, and Támesis, Antioquia, Támesis municipalities to the north and the Caldas department to the south. The municipality is located between the San Juan River (Colombia), San Juan River and a branch of the Cordillera Occidental (Colombia), Western Cordillera. Jardín is identified by its preserved architectural heritage, lush vegetation, and abundant rivers and streams. Among others, rivers that flow through Jardin include the San Juan, Claro, and Dojurgo. Trout caught in the local rivers is a popular dish in the area. The municipal anthem of the town is "Hymn to Jardín". Mean daily temperatures are 19°C with moderate humidity. According to the 2018 census, the population comprised 13,541 people. Toponymy Regarding the name "Garden" () that belong ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
