Central Botanical Garden also known as Gryshko Botanical Garden covers an area of 130 hectares and is without any doubt one of the most visited Kyiv attractions during spring, summer and early fall. It is known for its beauty and vast variety of flora species.
The Central Botanical Garden was established in the year 1936. Over the years it has grown into one of the biggest botanical gardens in Eastern Europe.These days its collection includes a spectacular range of approximately 13,000 species which have been brought here from all over the world. Coniferous trees, roses, shrubs, lilacs and magnolias fill the garden with color and fragrance; it is almost like walking into a space that is far removed from the world. The grounds are scattered with greenhouses and hothouses, each containing their own plant and flower extravaganza and just waiting to be explored.
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Fomin Botanical Garden was founded in the year 1839 and is located on approximately 22.5 hectares of land. Though not as large as the Central Botanical Garden, it is still home to a spectacular variety of plants and trees. At present there are more than 8,000 different plant species, with 143 of those species being on the Ukraine Red Book of Rare Species listings. It also boasts the oldest palm trees in the whole of Ukraine, which visitors can view in the staggering 98-foot high greenhouse that was built in 1977.
Both Botanic Gardens in Kyiv are very beautiful and extremely interesting. Roam around huge greenhouses, gain fresh insight while exploring the urban oasis, taking a break from city hustle and bustle. Take a blanket and sandwiches with you to enjoy your lunch on manicured green lawns under vivid vegetation and blossoms.
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