Fairchild Tropical Gardens
June 27th, 2007 by Adam Blass
The tropical rainforests of the Amazon and Africa are among the most beautiful natural creations in the world. Visiting these destinations, however, requires large sums of money. Fairchild Tropical Gardens in Miami offers a unique tropical experience with a rare collection of exotic plants on 83 acres. For a $20 dollar entrance fee, you can explore the world’s tropical plants in a single, convenient location.
On one of the many daily tours, we were provided a detailed account by our tour guide of how people around the world benefit from rainforests and the impact of destroying the rainforests in the Amazon. For instance, the 16,000 square foot conservatory is home to more than 1,900 species, just a sample from the incredible diversity of the tropics, including cycads, aroids, bromeliads and many more.
The trickling streams and quiet ponds recreate an authentic experience, without the dangers of tropics, of course, such as disease and other natural hazards.
The Fairchild Tropical Garden is located in the suburbs of Miami, allowing for quick and easy transportation. Another benefit to its location is Miami’s world class beaches, shopping centers, and other tourist attractions. Inexpensive accommodations should be easy to find among the numerous deals that are offered with each season. Fairchild Tropical Garden is an attraction that condenses various locations into one, allowing visitors to explore a world within a world.
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