Comments on: Beautiful Gardens of Italy

By: mary jane

mary jane — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 10:12:13 +0000

For the sake of accuracy, the gardens known as Sacro Bosco or Monsters’ Park are privately owned, cost 8 euro entrance and are near the town of Bomarzo and ORTE is the largest town and train station.
Villa Lante is in BAGNAIA near VITERBO.
There are numerous other gardens, see my latest book for listing, “Etruria travel, history and itineraries in Central Italy”

By: Michelle

Michelle — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:53:29 +0000

Hi Rob! ‘Some’ refers to ‘some people’, both Italian and many fans of Italian gardens. There is some debate among garden experts and fans alike!

Yes, not sure which gardens I prefer–Spanish or Italian. Both are fortunate with growing conditions, traditions and history, and both have very distinct styles.

By: Rob Innis

Rob Innis — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:48:36 +0000

When you say “some claim that botanical gardens started in Italy” does the ‘some’ refer to Italians? Interesting post – I love Italy and if Spain ever deports me perhaps that will be my next adventure.