Today I am going to introduce you with the most loveliest place in Labuan, the Botanical Garden. This place either be a jog track or sight seeing place because here you will be shows a different part of Labuan that include the beauty of the garden obviously. Have no worries everyone, this beautiful garden are free to enter.
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This beautiful park was once the estate of a stately government mansion, affectionately called “bumbung 12” (twelve roofs) by the locals. It was built in 1852 as the official residence for Labuan’s first governor, Sir James Brooke, and the island’s succeeding Residents. It served as the guesthouse for many dignitaries visiting the island. The Prince of Wales, also stayed here when he visited Labuan in 1922. A corner of this park was also used by one of the Residents to raise dairy cows and produce butter at that time. A century later on 10 June 1945, the old manor together with a large section of this park was destroyed under heavy artillery bombardment by the Allied forces to liberate Labuan from Japanese occupation.This historical park was rehabilitated and developed into a recreation park by Labuan Corporation in 2001.
In here, there are more that 6 types of plants been planted here. As you enter the sign you can choose any path you want as you will see a different types of flora in each section. Here will be 9 different path, either you choose hibiscus, palm, orchids, lilies, bougainvillea, or etc the results will satisfy you. Therefor, take your time while enjoying the beautiful sight surround you. If you ask me when is the right time to be there I suggest you before 10 a.m because the more early you arrive the more fresh the air will be. If you not really into nature, trust me this place will change your mind and if you a photographer there are some part of here that can worth your time to get a perfect shot.
Hard landscaping has added a skate ramp, reflexology path, gazebos, boardwalks, bridges, water features, a children's playground and a reading corner. An attractive feature is a tree house perched on the branches of a mature tree overlooking the lake. There are two lakes, one of which has a boat house. As you can see in image beside there is a bridge that across the lake that will lead you to a statue. Labuan Botanical Garden is one of the most attraction in Labuan Island. It is located near to the town of Labuan so if you want to drive this place is right in front of Sm St. Anthony.Again I am so sorry not posting regularly, this image of Botanical Garden also not mine because I do not have chance to take picture inside. As the above image was my last drop of batteries left.
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