The Hanging Gardens of Babylon were described as a wonder of the ancient world, but their existence is disputed by archaeologists. While pleasure gardens existed in Babylon, evidence does not support the grand scale described in literature. The gardens may have been confused with smaller pleasure gardens and would have required significant irrigation efforts. The […]
Kew Royal Botanic Gardens in London cover 300 acres and feature 40,000 plant species. It is home to a leading scientific research institute, a seed bank, and a large herbarium. The gardens also have historic buildings and greenhouses, including the Palm House and the Temperate House. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in […]
