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The Eden Project: A Global Garden in Cornwall

  The Eden Project: A Global Garden in Cornwall The Eden Project is a unique visitor attraction located in Cornwall, England. It's more than just a botanical garden; it's a global garden, educational charity, and social enterprise all rolled into one. Nestled in a reclaimed china clay pit, the Eden Project offers a stunning juxtaposition of reclaimed industrial land and a thriving biodiverse environment. From Pit to Paradise The Eden Project sits in a former quarry, a testament to human industry. However, this barren landscape has been transformed into a scenic wonder. The key feature of the project is the two giant biomes, enclosures resembling massive greenhouses. These biomes house plants from around the world, creating a Mediterranean biome and a world's largest indoor rainforest. A World of Plants Stepping inside the biomes is like entering another world. The Mediterranean biome transports visitors to the warm, dry climate of the Mediterranean region, showcasing plants...