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📍 David Welch Winter Gardens
David Welch Winter Gardens is located in Duthie Park, a park gifted to Aberdeen by Miss Elizabeth Crombie Duthie in 1883 for “the welfare and entertainment of Aberdeen residents”. The park has carefully preserved the characteristics of the Victorian era, such as fountains and band stands, so it is loved by residents and visitors.
Among them, the Winter Garden is one of Scotland's largest public indoor plant collections. Unlike typical Scottish weather, the temperature here is warm for plants, like a bit of an oasis in the desert. In addition to being able to book a wedding here, they also host an annual ode concert in December every year.
There are many types of plants in the garden, from bright flower gardens, tropical rainforests, to Japanese gardening. The greenhouse provides sufficient nutrients to the collection, and the transparent design allows for plenty of sunshine.
You can also see the coat of arms of Aberdeen in the park. The three towers represent the three buildings (two of which no longer exist) standing on three medieval Aberdeen mountains, supported by two leopards. The “Bon Accord” underneath the emblem is the city's motto and represents “good agreement.” Legend has it that its use dates back to the 14th century Scottish War of Independence, when Robert the Bruce (Robert the Bruce) and his men besieged Aberdeen Castle, then destroyed it and massacred the British military in 1308 to take back Aberdeen for the citizens. Bon Accord was the secret password used to distinguish friends or foes at the time.
Watching the plants grow vigorously has at the same time restored our spirit and vitality and reminded us of our attitude towards life.
How to get to Duthie Park?
The Aberdeen train station is about a half-hour walk along the riverside, or a 10-minute bus ride to David Welch Winter Gardens in Duthie Park.
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From Aberdeen train station, you can walk along the riverside in about half an hour or take a 10-minute bus ride to David Welch Winter Gardens in Duthie Park.
