Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens - Soufrière, Saint Lucia
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N 13° 50.849 W 061° 02.853
20P E 711021 N 1531719
In existence since 1983, Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens is a six acre multi-award winning tourism site located in Soufrière, a town on the West Coast of Saint Lucia, Lesser Antilles.
Waymark Code: WMFZZX
Location: Saint Lucia
Date Posted: 12/26/2012
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The historical Soufrière Estate has been transformed from a working plantation that once produced limes, copra and cocoa, into one of the major heritage sites in the region, as well as a viable and spectacular tourist attraction that includes the Botanical Gardens, Waterfall, Mineral Baths, Nature Trail, Old Mill Restaurant and the historic Soufrière Estate House.
In 1983 Mrs Joan Devaux took over management of the Soufriere Estate from her father, the late Mr. André du Boulay. Mrs Devaux planted the gardens that are enjoyed today by thousands of visitors.
Flowering bushes and shrubs of every type and colour were planted around and beneath the existing trees. Hibiscus, Ixora, Heliconia, Anthurium and the magnificent Balisier with their exotic blossoms and equally exotic names, now brighten the gardens. Due to the tropical climate there is no best season to see the gardens and they can be enjoyed all year round.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: 10am - 3pm
Public Holidays: 10am - 3pm
Cost of entry
Adults: US$8 / EC$20
Children: Half Price
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