Discover international parks and gardens that combine nature and architecture
Discover some international tourist spots that stand out for this lovely mix
Organizing a green oasis is not an easy task. Of course, nature already beautifies the place on its own, but the work of the landscapers is also highly valued when done in a friendly way. Check out a short list of gardens and parks with greenery, architecture, and beyond welcoming:
Pipe Dream
"A place to rest, meditate, reflect and breathe" is how Alisson Douglas defines her creation, the Pipe Dream. It is a garden with sofas, a roof and even a small unconventional fire, which is placed above a fountain.
O Pipe Dream uses a series of concrete pipes in its composition. It was created to shelter people regardless of the season, having different types of plants.
The tubes were mainly used to build an elliptical-shaped space so that people could meditate, rest, read a book, listen to music or do any other relaxing activity.
Villandry
Many gardens around the world have gained prominence for their architecture. O Villandry is one of the most famous gardens located in France, more specifically in the palace Villandry. It was built in the 16th century and is, without a shadow of a doubt, a work of art. It follows a Renaissance model and is composed of several symmetrical sequences of plants that make it very similar to a maze.
from Keukenhof
Probably one of the most beautiful flowering areas in the world, the from Keukenhof is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The place is open to the public and is home to different flower species from all over the world. Each year, seven million flowers are planted in the park.
Koishikawa Korakuen
Finally, the Koishikawa Korakuen, in Tokyo, Japan. The park is of historic importance to the region, and is protected by national law.
It was founded in the 17th century and is very popular for sightseeing as it is also open to the public.
And Brazil?
Our country has two of the fifteen most beautiful parks in the world, according to Viagem e Turismo magazine: the Botanical Garden (Rio de Janeiro) and the Inhotim Institute (Minas Gerais). In another list, the English portal The Guardian placed the Ibirapuera Park, in São Paulo, as one of the ten best on the planet.
