About The Eden Project In Cornwall
If you’re planning on taking a holiday in Cornwall this year then the Eden Project is one attraction you shouldn’t miss. If you’ve ever puzzled over what walking in a tropical rainforest would be like ( without the dangerous insects and reptiles ) then you’ll enjoy the planet’s’s biggest greenhouse. The closest large town to the Eden Project is St Austell but there are loads of places nearby to stay should you want to visit.
The greenhouses are built within a large clay pit. Even though the greenhouses themselves are the key attraction there are a bunch of things to see outside if the weather is suitable. After you enter the project you will be met by the 2 main greenhouses, several smaller gardens and in some cases a stage where shows happen throughout the year. You check the Eden project website for more info on the location and times of shows before your visit.
The largest greenhouse is the tropical one and this is what most of the people come to see. As the name says this is where all of the tropical and exotic plants are kept including pineapple plants, coffee and bamboo. Because of the environment that these plants need the greenhouse is kept at a warm temperature all year around so take care you wear light garments. The Eden Project is kept open throughout the full year so if you are visiting on a cold day bring a jumper or coat that can be easily removed.
The second greenhouse is filled with Mediterranean plants. Although it isn’t quite as large as its tropical counterpart there’s still plenty to see inside including a variety of plants and sculptures. There’s also a comparatively new attraction called The Core which is aimed at training youngsters about the climate, plants and general environmental issues. The Core building in itself is worth seeing as it’s built in a technique to mimic plant life.
Though taking a look at plants in a greenhouse might not sound like the most exciting trip for kids you’ll be surprised by the amount the Eden Project has to give. Apart from the natural interest that children have in the environment and plants there are tons of other attractions including play areas and workshops. There’s also The Core which includes hands on experiments and attractions for children. There’ll always be something for the kids to do and they’re certain to enjoy the trip.
The Eden project is certainly worth visiting whether or not you are not staying nearby. If it is one of the attractions that you definitely wish to see then it is smart to go looking for a holiday cottage in Cornwall that’s’s comparatively close though. The nearest major city is St Austell but the attraction is inside driving distance of Newquay, Padstow and Bodmin. It’s often a good idea to check the journey time before booking a villa or house though as the journey from the far corner of Cornwall is a long one. This is particularly critical if you have babies.
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