Lisbon Botanical garden

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The botanical garden of Ajuda is one of the oldest gardens in Europe and is considered the first in Portugal. After the earthquake that occurred in 1755, the houseless Portuguese royal family decided to build a new royal residence at Ajuda but also gardens around it. Conceived in 1768 by the Marquis de Pombal inspired by the Caserta Palace's gardens built a multi-storey garden. Unfortunately, only two remain today. It was initially made for the numerous vegetal species brought back from the colonies. At the end of the XVIIIth century, the collection already comprised 5000 species.

To see: the 400 year old Canary Island's dragon tree and the XVIIIth century fountain.

Lisbon Botanical garden Informations:

Lisbon Botanical garden Address: Cal, Lisbon, Portugal
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Lisbon Botanical garden Phone Number: + 21 365 31 37
http://www.jardimbotanicodajuda.com/
Lisbon Botanical garden Opening time: From 1st april - 30 september 9h 20h and Winter: 9h -18h