Moscow Apothecary Garden, also known as Moscow University Botanical Garden, is one of the oldest botanical gardens in Russia, originated in 1706, founded by Peter the Great. It initially focused on the cultivation and research of medicinal plants with the aim of improving medical conditions. With the development of botany and increased public interest in the natural sciences in the 19th century, the garden was opened to the public and the collection was gradually expanded to include rare plants from all over the world. Over the centuries, the garden has witnessed scientific, educational and cultural developments, gradually becoming the comprehensive garden of natural beauty, historical depth and scientific research that we see today.

The garden was designed by Britain's famous herbal Queen Jekka Mcvicar, a British horticulturist known as the "Queen of Herbs" who in 2016 was appointed by the Royal Horticultural Society as an ambassador for promoting health and well-being through gardening. Her Herb nursery, Jekka's Herb Farm, has won 59 RHS gold MEDALS.

The garden is inspired by the ancient Ayurvedic medical teachings that when a person is in poor health, doctors often ask the patient to sit in the herb garden and calm down to heal the disease. Jekka's herbal soothing garden is undoubtedly the continuation and perfect demonstration of this ancient medical tradition.

The garden is surrounded by apple trees, yew trees and hawthorn trees, providing a safe retreat for quiet contemplation, surrounded by local herbs and grasses, and winding paths lead visitors to the garden's central water feature, with a serpent staff sculpture of Asclepius, the ancient Greek god of healing, at the center of the background wall.

Ticketing aunt super good, see we are foreign faces for fear that we do not know how to go around, at the door pulling us a dinner introduction, where to go and where to go where there are flowers and so on and passers-by take the initiative in English to tell us to go to the second floor to buy tickets, although we do not need to buy tickets ha ha ha.

The garden is bigger than I expected. In addition to a lot of tulips at the entrance of the garden, there are many kinds of flowers in it. There are also various greenhouses. For example: succulent greenhouse, subtropical greenhouse, palm greenhouse...

There is also an insect world exhibition, a huge number of insect specimens, handled very professional, if you are interested can also buy!

Today, we will take you to three of the most attractive venues:

1. Tulip Hall (open until 3.17) : The garden has different exhibitions and events throughout the year, such as the tulip exhibition in spring and the Lotus Festival in summer. At present, the colorful tulips are blooming in the museum, like a beautiful dream. In particular, the exhibition is only available until March 17, missed need to wait for next year!! Each tulip has its own story and moral, and the garden staff will introduce you to the culture and history behind these flowers.

2. Cactus House: a collection of cacti and succulents from all over the world 🪴 in various forms and colors. As if in a small desert wonderland, each cactus has a unique beauty that makes people stop to appreciate. You'll also learn a lot about these tough plants, such as the way they adapt to harsh environments and the unique way they store water.

3. Tropical Plant Gallery: With thousands of species of tropical plants, including rare and endangered plants, you can enjoy the diverse plant communities of the tropical rain forest here.
   
   The Moscow Apothecary Garden is a unique space connecting past and present, nature and culture. Whether it's a botanist, a history buff or a visitor looking for a quiet place, there's a different discovery and experience waiting for every visitor.

Spring, the season of life and hope, is the perfect time to explore the Moscow Apothecary Garden. It is not only a paradise for plant lovers, but also an ideal place to find spiritual comfort and natural beauty. In the midst of busy city life, the Pharmacist's Garden, like a bright emerald, lies quietly in the heart of Moscow, waiting for our visit.