Giardini Botanici Hanbury
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Estimated Number of Palms
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120+
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Tier 1 — World-Class Palm Destinations Gardens where palms are a defining feature of the landscape or collection. These locations offer some of the most immersive and diverse palm experiences in the world.
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Tier 2 — Major Palm Collections Gardens with strong and intentional palm displays, often as part of broader tropical or botanical collections. Palms are a featured and memorable part of the visit.
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Tier 3 — Palms in Context Gardens where palms are present within the collection, often in conservatories or climate-controlled environments, or as part of a wider range of plant displays. Many Tier 3 gardens offer exceptional botanical experiences overall, even when palms are not a primary focus.
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Spectacular Mediterranean Coastal Garden in Liguria Featuring Terraced Landscapes and Palm Collections Overlooking the Sea
Located along the Italian Riviera near Ventimiglia, Giardini Botanici Hanbury is one of Europe’s most scenic botanical gardens, set on a dramatic hillside descending toward the Mediterranean Sea. Established in the 19th century by Sir Thomas Hanbury, the garden spans approximately 18 hectares of terraced landscapes filled with plants from around the world. Visitors explore winding paths and stone stairways that lead through lush plantings where palms are integrated into the garden’s Mediterranean setting, creating striking contrasts against sea views and classical architectural elements. The mild coastal climate allows a wide range of subtropical plants to thrive outdoors, contributing to the garden’s rich diversity and layered landscape design. With its breathtaking views, historic charm, and beautifully curated plant collections, Giardini Botanici Hanbury offers visitors a truly unique botanical experience along one of Italy’s most picturesque coastlines.