About 2.30 hours from the centre of Athens and less than 30 minutes from the centre of Nafpaktos, the Botanical Garden of the Zelios family is one of the most beautiful places to see in the coastal town of Aitoloakarnania. In Gavrolimni of Nafpaktia, in the location of Aidoni, more than 100 acres of land, next to the river Evinos, create a unique setting. The first image one sees when arriving reminds one of a postcard, one of those that depict unexplored and magical landscapes of foreign countries that everyone wishes to see in person one day.
From the entrance to the main gate of the garden, the visitor realizes that it is a unique and special place with the images and smells of the plants that enchant you.
In total, the Botanical Garden “Zelios Earth” is spread over more than 100 acres of land next to the river Euinos, containing about 3,500 plants in 6 thematic gardens.
Aromatic, medicinal and aromatic herbs, common and rare species of Greek flora and vegetables each have a special place in the garden.
The garden, apart from being a lung of greenery and spiritual tranquility, has an educational character, as all the plants grown have their own history. Experiential activities on pottery and the manufacture of cast aluminium objects are carried out in the area by skilled craftsmen who know the secrets of the art. In the centre of the garden, the glass tower of recycling dominates, which attracts the attention of all visitors. It was built in just two years, entirely by Basil Zelio, and took about 12,500 glass bottles. In any case, the experience of the visit is special and unforgettable for the visitor of the Zelios Earth Botanical Garden.
Botanical Garden "Zelios Earth"
About 2.30 hours from the centre of Athens and less than 30 minutes from the centre of Nafpaktos, the Botanical Garden of the Zelios family is one of the most beautiful places to see in the coastal town of Aitoloakarnania. In Gavrolimni of Nafpaktia, in the location of Aidoni, more than 100 acres of land, next to the river Evinos, create a unique setting. The first image one sees when arriving reminds one of a postcard, one of those that depict unexplored and magical landscapes of foreign countries that everyone wishes to see in person one day.
From the entrance to the main gate of the garden, the visitor realizes that it is a unique and special place with the images and smells of the plants that enchant you.
In total, the Botanical Garden “Zelios Earth” is spread over more than 100 acres of land next to the river Euinos, containing about 3,500 plants in 6 thematic gardens.
Aromatic, medicinal and aromatic herbs, common and rare species of Greek flora and vegetables each have a special place in the garden.
The garden, apart from being a lung of greenery and spiritual tranquility, has an educational character, as all the plants grown have their own history. Experiential activities on pottery and the manufacture of cast aluminium objects are carried out in the area by skilled craftsmen who know the secrets of the art. In the centre of the garden, the glass tower of recycling dominates, which attracts the attention of all visitors. It was built in just two years, entirely by Basil Zelio, and took about 12,500 glass bottles. In any case, the experience of the visit is special and unforgettable for the visitor of the Zelios Earth Botanical Garden.