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Orchid at the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, Fiji.

The strange origin of the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, Fiji

The Garden of the Sleeping Giant on Viti Levu is one of the most popular tourist attractions. But the history of Raymond Burr's orchid collection comes as a surprise. Under the Sleeping Giant Mountain Sat under the looming Sleeping Giant Mountain, the Garden of the…

Orto Botanico, Padua: Visiting the world’s oldest Botanic Garden

At Padua’s World Heritage-listed Orto Botanico, the world’s oldest botanic garden throws up some surprises on where our food comes from. Why the Padua’s Orto Botanico is World Heritage-listed Sometimes the new can rudely shoulder-barge the old out of the way without intending to. And…

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, Jacksonville: Visitor guide with prices & hours

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens in Jacksonville, Florida, offers a blend of art, historic gardens and waterfront views along the St. Johns River. This guide, updated in January 2026, helps first-time visitors plan your trip. Including how to get there, opening hours, ticket…

Waldstein Garden, Prague: 2026 guide to visiting hours, access & best times

The Waldstein Garden (Valdštejnská zahrada) in Prague is a beautiful early Baroque garden offering merciful calm, formally-arranged greenery, sculpture and architecture just below Prague Castle. This guide gives you what to know to plan your visit, including the garden's history, opening hours, entry, how to…