Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam

Is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world. Visitors can see over 4,000 species of plants, as well as historic buildings: a hexagonal, seventeenth-century pavilion, an eighteenth-century entrance gate, or a conservatory built in 1875. Noteworthy is also the old palm house and laboratory of the well-known Dutch botanist, Hugo de Vries.

The garden was created in 1638, but the idea of its creation dates back to 1618, when Dutch pharmacists and doctors applied for it. They argued that they intended to improve their knowledge of medicinal plants. Due to numerous expansions, the object changed its location several times, while since 1682 it has had its permanent place.

Big credit for contribution to the development of the garden is awarded to the well-known 17th century botanist Jan Commelin and the former mayor of Amsterdam, Joan Huydecoper van Maarsseveen.