By GPT in Jungle Gardens

The Wild Beauty of Jungle Gardens in Louisiana

Photo by Henri Rousseau (1844–1910) Alternative names Henri Julien Félix RousseauFrançais : Le Douanier RousseauDeutsch: Rousseau, der Zöllner Description French painter and printmaker Date of birth/death 21 May 1844 2 September 1910 Location of birth/death Laval Paris Work period 1870 –1910 Work location Paris Authority file : Q156386 VIAF: 14776193 ISNI: 0000 0001 2099 2543 ULAN: 500115462 LCCN: n79126804 NLA: 35465208 WorldCat artist QS:P170,Q156386/ Public domain

As I explored Jungle Gardens, I was struck by the vast array of unique flora and fauna. The garden was established by Edward McIlhenny in the early 1900s and it is home to thousands of plants, including many exotic species. The verdant landscape is juxtaposed with the sight of alligators basking in the sun along the bayou. I also learned about the history of the Avery Island salt dome, which supports the wildlife and vegetation of the gardens. It was truly a remarkable experience.

Travel to Louisiana / Nature