Introduction The Palm House at Kew Gardens is an astounding architectural wonder which is the brain child of well- renowned architects Decimus Burton and Richard Turner. It is a world-famous Grade 1 listed building. This building was constructed between the years 1844 to 1848, and it stands at an impressive 363 feet long. It is 100 feet wide & 66 feet high. The greenhouse type building is made with iron and glass. With its curvaceous exteriors and steamy interiors, Kew’s Palm House has since long, been recognized as an icon of the Gardens. Founder Turner and architect Burton worked in unison to create this magical botanical landmark. Burton desired that the construction should closely resemble the lake of George III so that he could catch its reflection in the lake. Turner came up with the brainwave of using a wrought iron “deck  [...] 

About the Monument The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a national war memorial in Washington, D.C. It stands as a symbol of America’s honor and recognition of the men and women who served and sacrificed their lives in the Vietnam War. It pays tribute to the members of the U.S. armed forces who fought in the Vietnam War and who died in service or are still unaccounted for. This is perhaps one of the most famous memorials in the world. The memorial caused a stir when it was first unveiled in 1982 because of its unusual, but profoundly beautiful design. The monument is dedicated to honor the “courage, sacrifice and devotion to duty and country” of all who answered the call to serve during the longest war in U.S. history. The names of more than 58,000 men and women who gave their lives or remain missing are inscribed on the black  [...] 

Introduction Birr Castle Demesne is Ireland’s award winning gardens, is set in one of Ireland’s most beautiful Georgian heritage town.  Spanning across more than 120 acres of parkland, Birr Castle Demesne includes lakes, rivers, fountains, wildflower meadows and much more. It is much frequented place not only by tourists, but also by the locals. Birr Castle Demesne offers a combination of fun, relaxation and discovery to all who visit. Birr Castle Demesne is the kind of destination that can interest and engage a serious gardener, a landscape designer or family for an entire day. It is the largest garden in Ireland, and the grounds at Birr Castle is made up of both formal and informal gardens, exotic tree collection, a breathtaking beautiful lake, a fernery, wildflower meadows, and much more. This area also boasts of the world’s tallest  [...] 

The National Botanic Gardens are situated in Glasnevin, 5 km north-west of Dublin city centre, Ireland. The garden spans across 27 acres (19.5 hectares), and is situated between the south bank of the River Tolka and the Prospect Cemetery. These colorful gardens were founded in 1795 by the Dublin Society (later the Royal Dublin Society). Over the years, the garden has grown and today, it has about 20,000 living plants, and many millions of dried plant specimens. Over the past two centuries, the gardens have played a pivot role in botanical and horticultural advancement in Ireland. New cultivars and seeds have been imported and cultivated. Some of the attractive features of the garden include a sensory garden, a rock garden and burren area, extensive herbaceous borders, an arboretum, and a large pond. The annual display of decorative plants  [...] 

Located on the banks of the Seine River, Paris has always meant different things to different people. Eloquent, culturally rich, and romantic, one cannot fall short of the superlatives used to describe this beautiful city.  It is a city which probably has more familiar landmarks than any other city in the world. Paris has always been a poet’s delight. Frequented by couples who walk hand along the Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower, it is perhaps not wrong to say that Paris is perhaps one of the most romantic places on earth. Located some 80 miles from Paris, on the border between the province of Normandy and the Île-de-France, is a quaint but equally beautiful village known as Giverny. This village became famous thanks to internationally acclaimed artist Claude Monet’s garden and home. Monet came to reside in Giverny way back in 1890.  [...] 

Minter Gardens is a world-class show garden. It is a much sought after venue for weddings and receptions. Located in the Chilliwack area of Greater Vancouver, this garden is approximately 90 minutes drive east of Downtown Vancouver along Highway 1. This garden is the perfect setting for a wedding, or a romantic evening with a loved one. It is a show garden in the truest sense of the word. The entire area is made up of charming gardens and open areas providing the most scenic and exotic backdrop for parties, weddings and much more.  The rock falls, the new conservatory, and the gardens themselves are a sight to behold. The flowers in full bloom in a variety of colors are a feast for the eye. Minter Gardens Attractions Minter Gardens first opened in the year 1980. Since then, it has gained a reputation of becoming one of the most beautiful  [...] 

England has gained the reputation of having perhaps almost as many gardens open to the public as the whole of Continental Europe. From the numerous gardens in London, one cannot miss mentioning the Wisley Garden in Surrey. Wisely is a small quaint village located in Surrey, London. It is situated between Cobham and Woking. The river Wey lies through the village. For more than a century, Wisley has been a centre of gardening excellence, and has been enticing people from all over with its exceptional beauty and splendor. The spectacular and breathtaking 240 acre garden at Wisley is the largest of four botanical gardens in England owned by the members of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). An impressive 250 acres, this garden pride itself on incorporating one of the widest range of gardening styles and techniques in the world! This garden  [...]