Orto Botanico "Ulisse Aldrovandi"

The Civic Botanical Garden "Ulisse Aldrovandi" is a municipal botanical garden situated in San Giovanni in Persiceto, at Vicolo Baciadonne 1. It is internationally recognized as a botanical institution with the identification code ULIS. This garden is a place where visitors can explore the beauty of nature and learn about various plant species.

Botanical Species in the Garden

The garden houses over 300 botanical species from the Po Plain and Emilia-Romagna, along with various essences from neighboring regions or of historical or testimonial interest. This diverse collection provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about and appreciate the rich biodiversity of the region.

Reconstructed Environments in the Garden

The botanical garden features reconstructions of various environments, including a small wetland area, a rockery, hedges, a forest, a spontaneously evolving meadow area, and a section dedicated to medicinal plants. These recreated environments offer visitors a chance to experience different types of habitats and learn about the plant species that thrive in them.

Part of the Museum of the Sky and the Earth

The botanical garden is part of the Museum of the Sky and the Earth, which also includes an astronomical observatory, a planetarium, and a museum of meteorites and other minerals. This combination of attractions offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore both the natural world and the cosmos.