The extensive botanical gardens were established. Today, the gardens stretch out over 87 hectares, including some carefully manicured gardens as well as areas that look and feel like wild jungle. Fountains, lakes, two rivers and hilly trails make for interesting walking. If you visit in January you may be able to spot a blooming giant arum (”Amorphophallus titanum”), the world’s tallest inflorescence (flower cluster) which can reach an astounding 2.5 m and smells like rotting meat.