Embark on a blooming brilliant day at the oldest botanical gardens in the Netherlands, Leiden's Hortus botanicus. Established in 1590, it's a treasure trove of floral wonders. Explore the Japanese herbal gardens, a rare tulip tree dating back to 1716, and a renowned lily that blooms just once a year. The Hortus botanicus Leiden is globally acclaimed for its rare flora collections. Researchers flock here to study its prestigious plants. Carolus Clusius cultivated the first major tulip crops in Europe within these grounds. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of 100-year-old trees like Golden Rain and giant Weeping Beech. The impeccably manicured gardens exude sweet scents and vibrant colors. Discover protected and threatened plant species, carnivorous plants, and the Wollemia conifer, revived from near extinction in the 1990s. Take a leisurely stroll and revel in the delightful sights and fragrances.