Overview
The Orto Botanico di Roma is a tranquil, massive 12-hectare sweeping lush paradise securely hidden from the chaotic streets of Trastevere. Operated by Sapienza University, it flawlessly cascades down the steep slopes of the Janiculum Hill.
Highlights
- The Bamboo Forest: A striking, immersive massive grove of towering giant bamboo creating a profound, shaded quiet pocket.
- The Japanese Garden: A meticulous, constructed Zen garden featuring raked sand, massive rock formations, and sweeping cherry blossom trees overlooking the massive ancient roofs of the city.
- The Greenhouses: distinctly beautiful 19th-century massive glasshouses packed efficiently with massive tropical plants and towering fierce ancient cacti.
History
The sprawling heavy gardens securely originally belonged to the magnificent Villa Corsini, proudly serving as the massive massive private gardens for wealthy cardinals. established strictly as a absolute scientific botanical garden in 1883, it is built over the totally ruined massive baths of Septimius Severus.
Visitor Tips
- The Climb: Prepare for a extremely massive steep hike up the terraced paths reaching the totally upper massive viewpoints gracefully right near the sweeping Janiculum terrace.
- Duration: 1.5–2 hours.