Durban Botanic Gardens

　　Durban Botanic Gardens is located in the city of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa. Established in 1849, it covers an area of 15 hectares and is the oldest public botanical garden in Durban, as well as the oldest surviving botanical garden in Africa.

　　The most distinctive feature of Durban Botanic Gardens is its abundance of trees, sparse crowds, elegant and tranquil environment, and a wide variety of rare and exotic plants, making it an ideal place for rest and relaxation. Upon entering the garden, ancient towering trees can be seen everywhere, with a total of 1,354 trees of various species, including 917 palm trees, some of which are over a hundred years old and many of which are rare and originate from around the world. The garden also cultivates cycads from South Africa and other parts of the world. With trunks resembling banana plants, they are also known as sago palms and are the most eye-catching plants in the garden. Orchids have been cultivated in the garden since 1931, and there are now over 9,000 of them, including butterfly orchids, Cattleya orchids, and Vanda orchids, displaying a vibrant array of colors.

　　Durban Botanic Gardens serves as a venue for a wide range of gatherings, music festivals, and plant markets. Its serene environment and fragrant floral scents also make it a top choice for local young people to take wedding photos.

　　Durban Botanic Gardens Reason to visit: The oldest surviving botanical garden in Africa Continent: Africa [Africa] Country/Region: South Africa [South Africa] Province/State: KwaZulu-Natal Province [KwaZulu-Natal Province] City: Durban [Durban]