The Gardens of the Holy See

The Gardens of the Holy See is the thing about Holy See you should know. Because it is the most relaxing place where both the Holy See population and guests can enjoy its beauty. They are ancient artistic treasures that exist over the centuries. Since the mid-1600s Vatican Gardens is a living symbol of art for the Vatican State. The gardens cover approximately 23 hectares, about half of the city. The highest point is 60 meters above mean sea level. Stone walls bound the area in the North, South, and West. The gardens and parks were established during the Renaissance and Baroque eras and are decorated with fountains and sculptures. There are some buildings, such as Vatican Radio and the Governor's Palace, within the gardens.

For centuries, its botanical and architectural uniqueness and magnificence have been cared for by the best gardeners in the world. However, the gardens are a somewhat private area of the Vatican; they are not always accessible to the public; they can only be visited on very special private visits.