Chelsea Physic Garden

　　Chelsea Physic Garden was established in 1673 in London, England, originally founded as a medicinal garden. It is the second oldest botanical garden in the UK, after the University of Oxford Botanic Garden, which was founded in 1621.

　　Originally, Chelsea Physic Garden primarily served students studying medicinal plants and therapeutic remedies, with neatly arranged plantings used for indigenous and Western medicine, as well as for making perfumes and spices. In 1983, the garden became a charitable trust and opened to the public for the first time. The Rock Garden within Chelsea Physic Garden is the oldest alpine garden in the UK, and it is home to Britain’s largest olive tree, surrounded by tall heat-absorbing brick walls, making it the garden’s prized highlight. Discovering this hidden gem often delights weary London visitors, as every flower and plant is delightful, captivating countless guests who linger here in admiration.

　　Chelsea Physic Garden Reason to visit: One of the oldest botanical gardens in the UK Continent: Europe【Europe】 Country/Region: United Kingdom[Britain] Province/State: Greater London [Greater London] City: London [London]