One of the most serene landscapes I have ever visited was The Butchart Gardens in Victoria Canada British Columbia. A massive 55 acre estate filled with all types of flora, The Butchart Gardens is absolutely one of the most amazing places to visit at almost anytime of the year.
My wife and I were fortunate enough to visit during the garden’s peak season when its flowers were already in full bloom. We arrived at the park in the early afternoon and stayed until evening to experience the gardens renown Night Illumination display. As you stroll through the park, it is such a tranquil experience that you honestly forget that you are walking through a man made attraction. The park’s beauty is matched only by the delightful fragrances that bombard your senses as you travel through all its meandering paths. I personally enjoyed the Japanese and Sunken Gardens the best, but there are quite a few other sections of the park which are just as serene.
I had heard from others that the gardens were even more amazing during the seasons of Autumn and Winter when its leaves begin to change shades and they put up decor to celebrate the Magic of Christmas. I would really love to experience this if the opportunity ever presented itself.