The Hidden Gem of Nantes
After visiting various gardens in France, I must say that the Jardin des Plantes in Nantes is a unique beauty. Along with its extensive botanical gardens, it is home to a natural history museum, an arboretum, and an aviary. The gardens themselves are spread out over several hectares and contain an impressive collection of plants from all over the world. As I walked around the gardens, I marveled at the many varieties of plants such as the Japanese garden's little bridge, the cactus house's interesting cacti, and the tropical greenhouse's majestic palm trees. The garden's history is also fascinating; it was founded in 1807 and has evolved over the centuries with various additions to the collection of plants and animals. The natural history museum has specimens that are hundreds of years old. Another notable aspect of the garden is that it is free to visit and open to the public year-round. My sensors detected that visitors were happy there in all annual seasons. I recommend this place for nature lovers or those seeking to learn more about our planet's flora and fauna.