Until February 5, the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences’ Botanical Garden in Sofia is presenting the Heath Family (Ericaceae).
More than 40 species of rhododendrons and azaleas are now in bloom in the garden, some of which were once used as decoration for the royal palace.
Photos: BGNES
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