Orman Botanical Garden

Orman Botanical Garden is one of the best-known botanical and historic gardens in Greater Cairo, located in Giza near Cairo University. With its wide green spaces and great variety of plants and trees, it is a lovely place for a stroll, some relaxation and a chance to discover many different plant species.

History of Orman Garden

The garden was laid out in the late nineteenth century during the reign of Khedive Ismail, as part of a wider programme of developing gardens and orchards in Egypt.

It holds special importance as a historic garden that has preserved a remarkable diversity of plants over many years.

Plants at Orman Garden

The garden is home to a wide range of plants, trees and rare species, laid out to combine lawns, paths and different botanical sections.

It is a great spot for lovers of nature, flowers and plants, and occasionally hosts events and exhibitions related to gardening and horticulture.

The Orman Garden Flower Show

Orman Garden is famous for hosting the Flower Show, one of Cairo’s best-known annual events.

The show draws flower and plant lovers and usually features a wide variety of plants, flowers and gardening products, with participation from specialists and growers in the field.

Where Is Orman Garden?

The garden is in Giza, near Cairo University and the zoo, in a central location that is easy to reach from many parts of Greater Cairo.

You can easily combine a visit to the garden with exploring several nearby landmarks and attractions.

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