Nestled in the heart of Rio de Janeiro"s Jardim Botânico district, the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden is a verdant oasis steeped in history and natural splendour. Conceived in 1808 under the patronage of King John VI of Portugal this sprawling 140-hectare park is located at the base of the Corcovado Mountain, under the benevolent gaze of Christ the Redeemer.
Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, Brazil
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