Colonsay is an island in the Scottish Inner Hebrides. This island, encompassing an area of 4,074 hectares (15.7 sq mi) is situated north of Islay and south of Mull. The island is strategically aligned on a south-west to north-east axis. The island is the ancestral home of Clan Macfie and the Colonsay branch of Clan MacNeill. The Colonsay House rhododendron and woodland garden is considered to be one of the finest rhododendron gardens in Scotland. These gardens have the advantage of literally sitting in the lap of one of the most scenic islands in the area. Even though the island is only eight miles long, but it’s picturesque and charming surroundings of sandy beaches, sparkling seas, incredible wildflowers make it almost serene. The garden was planted mostly in the 1930’s. The garden not only provides a panoramic and scenic view of  [...] 

The Palacio de Generalife was the summer palace and country estate of the Nasrid sultans of Granada. The word “Generalife” can be translated as “garden of paradise”, “orchard” or “garden of feasts”. The garden is sweet, serene and beautiful. This garden is indeed a stunning place which stands high on a plateau with the Sierra Nevada Mountains as a backdrop. The palace and gardens were built during the reign of Muhammad III way back during the years 1302-1309. They were restored by Abu I-Walid Isma’il (1313-1324). The palace was built to function as a summer palace for the Sultans of Grenada in the 13th Century. The palace has been built around a long main courtyard. It has a mirror pool surrounded by columns, canopies and flower gardens. The Generalife has one of the world’s oldest Moorish  [...] 

The charming Edwardian garden Hestercombe featured in BBC TV’s Garden Through Time series is feast to the eyes of visitors. Garden that blossoms the love and romance in you when you visit it. Its magnificient Georgian landscape, scenic Victorian Shruberry and terrace and Edwardian gardens combine to make the picturesque and breathe taking exquisite garden for you. The garden is located at Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset, England, TA2 8LG. The Oxford Companion to Gardens observes that ‘Hestercombe is remarkable for the bold, concise pattern of its layout, and for the minute attention to detail everywhere to be seen in the variety and imaginative handling of contrasting materials, whether cobble, tile, flint, or thinly coursed local stone’. These marvelous garden’s conception and handiwork is by Sir Edwin Luytens and Gertrude  [...] 

Introduction Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy. It is located in Northern Italy, about half-way between Venice and Milan. This alpine region was formed glaciers at the end of the last ice age. Verona (to the southeast), Brescia (southwest), and Trento (north) surround the lake and its shoreline. This lake has become a famous tourist attraction due to its natural beauty as well as to its easy accessibility from the north via the Brenner pass. There are a number of exclusive hotels and resorts which have come up along the shore in the recent years. The Island of Garda is full of magic and mystery. Since this is a popular tourist attraction, there are several shops, pubs, restaurants and hotels around Lake Garda to keep you fully entertained on tour Lake Garda holidays. The lake has five islands, the largest of which is Isola del Garda.  [...] 

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  [...]