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- 15 Aug
The most amazing botanical gardens in the world
Botanical gardens might have started out as smallish medicinal plant gardens in the Middle Ages, but they gradually developed into gardens run by universities or scientific institutions in order to study plants and display some of the most interesting specimens to the public.Sure, seeing a huge cactus in a greenhouse is not the same as seeing one in its natural habitat, but if you are not able or don’t have the time to travel, the botanical garden is a great place to see a bit of nature. And besides, many botanical gardens are great tourist attractions in their own right, not only because they exhibit some wickedly interesting plants, but also because they do it in a novel way. So here are some of the most amazing botanical gardens in the world. …
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The best historical attractions in Nanjing, China
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Nanjing, on the lower reaches of the Yangtze River, is one of the most booming and exciting cities in China nowadays. Literally, Nanjing means the southern capital, as opposed to Beijing, the northern one. Several powerful Chinese dynasties have considered Nanjing their capital, so the historic and cultural heritage of the city is as rich as it could possibly get.
In Nanjing, you can find history at almost every corner if you look carefully, but there are several amazing attractions that you absolutely can’t miss on your visit. Here are the best historical attractions in Nanjing, China. …
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