Jardines íntimos

Walking surrounded by nature is one of the most pleasurable activities we can do. When the sounds of our surroundings become noise, whether from shouting and arguments, the roar of traffic, or construction work on streets and buildings, there's nothing like stepping into a garden. There, everything softens and calms, quieting down until the unease caused by daily conflicts fades into oblivion. Whether in an urban park, a charming little palace garden, or a private garden, the gears for slowing down start turning as soon as we walk through one of these verdant spaces, and we begin to perceive sensations and feelings dulled by the daily rush. Often these gardens are very close to our homes; other times we find them on our leisure or business trips. The purpose of this book is to serve as a guide to opening the doors to gardens with a special character, within the wide variety that can be found in Spain. Thus, the selection focuses on creations linked to renowned landscape designers or those passionate about this green world. Other times, it features gardens with a unique significance for the city in which they are located. The selection is extensive, encompassing all corners of mainland and insular Spain. Each chapter recreates a garden with descriptive texts and evocative photographs, aiming to allow the reader to see and feel as if they were actually there, even while comfortably seated at home. The colors and aromas of each green space are described in detail, as well as the most representative plant species.