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This is situated at Shibpur area of Howrah District. It was laid out in 1786. This is the oldest of all the Botanical Gardens
in India. Its cover area is 270 acres. Inside is an incredible variety of about 50,000 trees. The pivotal attraction here
is the giant banyan tree which covers about 404 metres of land.
It has 157 offshoots hanging down from the original tree. Au reste, there are
innumerable orchids and colourful flowers. Boating takes place regularly on the lake. There
is a precious library in the garden which comprises a rare collection of books on Botany. It remains opened from sunrise to sunset. This ethereal ambience is ideal for
fun, fiesta and frolics.
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