The Most Breathtaking Botanical Gardens in the MENA Region
In a world filled with adrenaline-pumping activities, be brave enough to choose tranquility in a botanical garden on an island in the Nile.
Amid the vast deserts, bustling cities, and ancient landscapes of the MENA region, a different kind of beauty thrives—one that is both verdant and diverse.
From the vibrant floral artistry of Dubai Miracle Garden to the serene, palm-lined pathways of Aswan Botanical Garden, these are the most breathtaking botanical gardens to add to your travel itinerary across the MENA region. Dubai Miracle Garden
This is the world's largest natural flower garden, featuring over 150 million flowers arranged in sculptures, including an Emirates A380 plane covered in flowers. Qur'anic Botanic Garden
Showcasing all the plant species mentioned in the Qur'an, this garden features educational tours about the significance of plants in Islamic culture. Jardin Majorelle
Once owned by Yves Saint Laurent, this garden features a stunning blue villa surrounded by exotic plants, water features, and vibrant cacti. Botanical Garden of Hamma
One of Africa's oldest botanical gardens, it features thousands of plant species, exotic gardens, and shaded walking paths. Oman Botanic Garden (Opening Soon)
Featuring two biomes with plants that can't be found anywhere else in the world, this will be the largest botanical garden in the Arabian Peninsula. Aswan Botanical Garden
📍Kitchener's Island, Egypt
Established in the late 19th century and located right on the Nile, this garden houses rare plants from Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. Jardin d'Essais Botaniques
Featuring rare Mediterranean and African plant species, this historic botanical garden dates back to the French colonial period.
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