Christchurch Botanic Gardens
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Peacock Fountain at the Christchurch Botanic Gardens
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| Type | Botanic gardens |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Coordinates | 43°32′S 172°37′E / 43.53°S 172.62°ECoordinates: 43°32′S 172°37′E / 43.53°S 172.62°E |
| Area | 21 hectares (52 acres) |
| Created | 1863 |
| Operated by | Christchurch City Council |
| Open | All year |
| Website | Official website |
The Christchurch Botanic Gardens, located in the central city of Christchurch, New Zealand, were founded in 1863 when an English oak was planted to commemorate the solemnisation of the marriage of Prince Albert and Princess Alexandra of Denmark.
The Gardens sprawl over an area of 21 hectares and lie adjacent to the loop of the Avon River next to Hagley Park. The Christchurch Botanic Gardens have a variety of collection of exotic and local plants of New Zealand. Some of the many attractions of these beautiful Gardens include:
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