Nikitsky Botanical Garden

The garden was founded in 1812. Today it houses the largest collection of trees and shrubs - over 2,000 species. Visitors can explore the Upper and Lower Parks, which are combined into the Arboretum. The Upper Park boasts majestic giants - cedars, sequoias, firs and cypresses. In April, tulips bloom here, in May - irises, in June-July - daylilies, roses and cannas, in October-November - chrysanthemums. The Lower Park features a relic olive tree, magnificent specimens of pines and oaks, and subtropical fruit trees. There's a Green Labyrinth - about 1 km of paths winding through laurel thickets and climbing roses. There are also pools with fish and lotuses. There are no bad angles here: the paths are perfectly laid out, bushes are trimmed with virtuosity, and the background always enhances the photo.