Branch Out and See the Green in Marbella
Have you ever seen 300 trees under one roof? We’re not talking about an indoor forest here, but a showcase of miniature bonsai trees. Take a trip to Marbella, Spain and you’ll see what we’re talking about.
Here, at The Bonsai Museum, there are over 40 different species of these miniature trees, and it is hailed as one of the best collections of trees in Europe and even all over the world. This is probably because the trees reflect the nature in the region, as well as some bonsais that are actually in extinction in their natural habitat.
The atmosphere is tranquil and invigorating, displaying various species of bonsai trees floating on rafts in water containing various animals such as turtles and fish.
Some of the trees there are over 300 years old (The Acebuche Olive). One tree, known as the Chinese “Almez,” was in the same Chinese family for five generations.
If you are vacationing in or close to Marbella, it is worth the trip to this great, family-friendly museum. Adults can get in for €3 and children’s admission is €1.5.
