Located in the south of Belfast, the botanic gardens is truly a peaceful oasis. Reopened for the first time to the public in late 1890s, the venue is a popular spot for students, locals and tourists.
My favourite part is the Palm House. It contains tropical plants, different tree species and collections from the Southern hemisphere.
Read MoreBallintoy Harbour is located in the northern part of Northern Ireland. Not only it was a popular film location but it is a picturesque harbour by the village of Ballintoy. There were not that many visitors when I came to visit.
Read MoreI was happy to spend several hours amongst these plants. The green houses were wonderful and that afternoon it was so calm.
The morning dews on the glass combined with the mid morning light gave the plants another dimension
Read MoreGlasgow Botanic Gardens is one of the city’s hidden gems. Located in the city’s west end, it’s a green oasis frequented by locals. Founded over 200 years ago by Thomas Hopkirk, a Glasgow botanist. The botanic gardens has close associations with the University of Glasgow where it supplies plants for medical and
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