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Eden Project

Imagine giant bubble-domes filled with amazing plants from all over the world!

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Eden Project 07-03-2005

Eden Project 07-03-2005

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Eden Project - Cornwall
Eden Project 07-03-2005
Butterfly - Eden Project
Eden Project 09-10-2007
Eden Project 07-03-2005
Seed Sculpture at the Eden Project
Eden Project 07-03-2005
Eden Project 09-10-2007
The Eden Project, Cornwall, UK
Eden Project 09-10-2007
Eden Project 09-10-2007

Key Facts

Location
Cornwall, England.
Key Feature
Two giant domes simulating rainforest and Mediterranean environments.
Built On
A reclaimed china clay pit.
Fun Fact
One of the domes is one of the world's largest indoor rainforests.

Meet the Giant Plant Houses!

The Eden Project is like a super-cool garden with giant, see-through domes. These domes are shaped like big bubbles and are made of special plastic that lets in lots of sunshine. Inside, it's like stepping into a different country! One dome is a warm, steamy rainforest, and the other is like a sunny Mediterranean garden. They are so big, they could fit many houses inside!

From Old Holes to Green Wonders!

Did you know the Eden Project used to be a giant hole in the ground? It was a place where people dug out clay to make things like cups and plates. But clever people decided to turn this empty space into something amazing. They filled it with soil and planted thousands of incredible plants, making a beautiful garden where there was once just dirt.

Why Are These Plants So Special?

The Eden Project helps us learn about plants from all around our planet. Some plants are super old, like dinosaurs were around! Others give us food we eat every day, like fruits and vegetables. It's important to look after these plants because they help us breathe clean air and give homes to animals. It's like a big, green treasure chest!

What's Inside the Big Bubbles?

The biggest bubble is a rainforest, and it's one of the largest indoor rainforests anywhere! It's warm and steamy, just like a real jungle. You can see tall trees, colorful flowers, and even a waterfall. The other bubble is like a sunny holiday place, with plants that love warm, dry weather. There are also gardens outside with plants that grow in England.

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