Hortus botanicus Leiden

The Leiden Botanical Garden was founded in 1590 by Leiden University. It is the place where the first tulips in Europe were planted and where famous scientists such as Boerhaave and Linnaeus conducted their research. Today, it is a green oasis in the city center, home to rare plants from all corners of the globe. From the historic Japanese garden to the giant water lilies in the tropical greenhouses, the Hortus offers a fascinating journey through the plant kingdom.