Informatie over Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Situated on the slopes of Table Mountain lies Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. This is one of those peaceful spots which will make you forget you are in a big city. The garden boasts 2,500 species of plants found on the Cape Peninsula, with the Protea garden as an absolute highlight.
Kirstenbosch is a favourite among locals and visitors for many reasons: picnics on the lawns, hiking along the trails and taking in the panoramic views from the canopy walkway.
Interessante feiten over Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Kirstenbosch is the first botanic garden in the world to be devoted to a country’s indigenous flora.
AND the first botanic garden in the world to be included within a natural World Heritage Site.
Back in 1660 Jan van Rieebeeck's hedge was planted, to this day you can see the remnants of this hedge.