Jardín Botánico Umbría de la Virgen — Attraction in María

Fantastic place to visit with a huge selection of flowers and information, if you live in rural Spain and ever wondered what that plant was in your garden it will be here. The elevated position is quite stunning too with great views, located on a hillside a full explore around the gardens may be a challenge for some but there are benches to sit on, this isn't the kind of place you rush anyway. Staff were friendly on our visit and even our youngest [12] enjoyed himself. Access is good via tarmac road and well worth the 5 minute deviation from the town of Maria to go and take a look. Highlty...

We were driving past and saw these gardens sign posted, so we decided to pop in. They were immaculately kept, and we found it an interesting little visit if you like learning about plants. They are free to enter, and you are given a map showing you three walks you can take, if you wish, a short hour circuit, a longer two hour one, or four hour one. It was extremely hot when we visited, so we only stayed for a short time but will return when it is cooler in the autumn. Dogs are allowed on leads to walk around the...

It was a peaceful place with beautiful views. The plants are all labelled and the people were friendly and helpful. This is an insect hotel, encouraging insects of all types. The next photo shows a tree of life and just part of the...