The Royal Botanic Gardens 1951

obverse: (printed) The Botanic Gardens, Melbourne / Situated on the south side of the Yarra, adjacent to the grounds of the State Government house, and distant about one mile from the city, is the / splendidly conceived and well-laid-out Botanic Gardens, of which one of the many delightful beauty spots is here reproduced. The Botanic - the / People''s Garden - comprises within its great area of 102 acres lovely lakes and lawns, plantations, groups, plots and reserves of great floral charm. / With gently sloping glades for the children at play, and seats ''neath shady trees, the Botanic is largely patronised by the people, who, in these beautiful surroundings, enjoy many a healthful, happy day. (handwritten): This print is from the book "Souvenir View Book of Melbourne" / (published circa 1950)

Melbourne, Gardens, Parks, Royal Botanic Gardens, 1950s, Souvenir View Book of Melbourne