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Discover Leiden's Hortus Botanicas, a historic garden filled with tropical greenhouses, rare plants, and a legacy that shaped European horticulture and medicinal research.

In this episode we head to breathtaking emerald hills, west of Lisbon, Portugal, in the enchanting town of Sintra, to uncover the magical allure of Parque de Monserrate Palace and its gardens. Spanning an impressive 80 acres, these award-winning gardens are a testament to the Victorian era's adventurous spirit of plant collecting, an era when fearless explorers traversed the globe in search of the most extraordinary flora.

Prepare to be swept away to the stunning Flower Island, Mainau, on the shores of Lake Constance, Germany. It's a visual treat as we witness a vibrant explosion of floral colours.

Explore the enchanting gardens of Trsteno, just outside Dubrovnik, with over 500 years of history. From Renaissance origins and Game of Thrones fame, to exotic plantings, Trsteno is a botanical treasure.