Kew Gardens

"Christmas at Kew" returns for its 12th year, offering visitors a magical light trail through Kew Gardens, bringing the famous botanical gardens to life during the winter months. The event features popular attractions like the Palm House light show and several new installations. Originally created to attract visitors during the darkest, coldest time of the year, it has now become a major annual event, drawing hundreds of thousands of people. A key focus of the trail is to foster a connection with nature, with the trees showcased as the "stars" of the event. While the experience is festive and fun, Kew Gardens also weaves sustainability messages throughout the event, encouraging visitors to reflect on their environmental impact. Kew Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, hopes that "Christmas at Kew" inspires first-time visitors to return and explore more of its natural beauty. The event runs from November 13, 2024, to January 5, 2025.

In Pics | Kew Gardens announces new giant waterlily species

Experts at London's Kew Gardens on July 4 revealed they have discovered the first new giant waterlily species since the mid-19th century -- after it was initially mistaken for another. Specimens of the new species had lain undiscovered at the botanical garden for 177 years and in the National Herbarium of Bolivia for 34 years.