Finally it has been spring and spring always a Rome means Hanami at the Botanical Garden. The Botanical Orto Museum of the capital, in fact, every year turns into a dream scenario to host the cherry floweringa special event in collaboration with the Green and Landscape Festival.
This year the appointment is for the 12 and 13 April When visitors have the opportunity to live an immersive experience in the Japanese culturebetween ancient rites and natural suggestions, at the most poetic moment of the year: that of the flowering of cherries.
The word Hanami means “admire the flowers“And represents one of the deepest moments of the Japanese tradition. It is a ritual that celebrates the ephemeral beauty of nature, an invitation to slow down, observe and let yourself be surprised by the fleetingness of the moment. The Roman event recalls precisely this spirit, offering two days in which art, nature and spirituality meet under the delicate rain of pink petals of Sakura.
Not only the flowering of cherries: all the events scheduled
In addition to the contemplation of cherries in bloom, the event proposes A rich program of activities which allow you to explore Japanese culture in all its nuances. It will be possible to participate in demonstrations of Ikebanathe art of floral composition, Try Japanese writing with brush and ink, fold the paper following the rules of theorigami and let yourself be overwhelmed by the powerful rhythms of the Taiko percussions.
There will be more intimate and meditative experiences, such as the Forest Bathingsensorial immersion practice in nature, and the tea ceremonya symbolic and relaxing moment to discover the Japanese rituals linked to this millenary drink. Lovers of oriental aesthetics will also be able to admire the KoKeshiwooden dolls typical of tradition, and knowing the harmonic principles of Japanese gardens.
Hanami in Rome is more than an event: it is an invitation to slow down and wonder, an opportunity to live a Weekend between petals, culture and poetry. An experience not to be missed, to be shared with friends or family, to bring home a memory that tastes of spring and east.
The botanical garden will be open from 9.00 to 18.30 at the price of 12 euros for adults With free admission for children up to 11 years. All activities are included in the ticket. The information on the complete program can be found at this link.
