Hortus Botanicus - Free Audio Guide

Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

Hortus Botanicus, 6, Poortlandplein, TU Noord, Wippolder, Delft, Zuid-Holland, Nederland, 2628 BM, Nederland

Hortus Botanicus, Delft
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The TU Delft Hortus Botanicus, established in 1917, is a significant botanical garden associated with the Delft University of Technology. Initially named 'Cultuurtuin voor Technische Gewassen', it spans 2.5 hectares and features an arboretum, a middle garden with annual flowering plants, a herb and pleasure plant garden, and a greenhouse complex housing diverse species, including orchids and cacti. The garden is part of the national plant collections and attracts around 43,000 visitors annually. It is a peaceful haven for nature lovers and a center for botanical research. Visitors can enjoy the beauty and tranquility of this lush garden, making it a perfect stop for tourists seeking a blend of education and leisure.