Saint Petersburg Botanical Garden

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The Saint Petersburg Botanical Garden, also known as the Botanical Garden of the Komarov Botanical Institute, is one of Russia's oldest botanical gardens, established in 1714 by Peter the Great. Located on Aptekarsky Island, it spans approximately 18 hectares and features a rich collection of over 12,000 plant species from around the world. The garden includes diverse habitats such as greenhouses, open-air spaces, and specialized sections like the Japanese Garden and the Alpine Garden.

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