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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Genre: Non-Fiction, Travel, Botany, Gardening, Photography, Sri Lankan Heritage, Reference, Nature

Book Review :
''The Botanic Gardens of Sri Lanka' is a visually stunning and informative tribute to one of the island's greatest cultural and natural assets. This book serves as both a beautiful coffee-table volume and a practical guide. It likely takes the reader on a journey through the most famous gardens, such as the majestic Royal Botanic Garden in Peradeniya, with its iconic avenues and orchid house, and the misty Hakgala Garden. Through high-quality photographs and engaging text, it showcases the incredible biodiversity, historical significance, and landscape artistry of these spaces. It's the perfect souvenir for a visitor, providing lasting memories and deeper insight into what they've seen. For locals and botany enthusiasts, it's a valuable record of these living museums. While it may focus on the major gardens, its celebration of Sri Lanka's botanical heritage is comprehensive and captivating. A must-have for anyone who appreciates the serene beauty and scientific wonder of botanical gardens.''