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The video series explores gardens in ______, showcasing various styles and locations.
The video series explores gardens in ______, showcasing various styles and locations.
Spain
El Escorial is a large royal palace and ______ located northwest of Madrid.
El Escorial is a large royal palace and ______ located northwest of Madrid.
monastery
King Philip II was a passionate ______ and created gardens wherever he went.
King Philip II was a passionate ______ and created gardens wherever he went.
gardener
The modern gardens at El Escorial feature parterres of box ______ on a terrace.
The modern gardens at El Escorial feature parterres of box ______ on a terrace.
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In Philip II's time, the terraces were designed as intricate knot ______.
In Philip II's time, the terraces were designed as intricate knot ______.
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Flashcards
El Escorial Monastery
El Escorial Monastery
A grand royal palace and monastery in Spain, known for its vast size and historical significance, built during the Spanish Empire's peak.
King Philip II's passion for gardens
King Philip II's passion for gardens
King Philip II, who ruled Spain from 1556 to 1598, was a devoted gardener and renowned for his meticulous gardens.
Formal Gardens at El Escorial
Formal Gardens at El Escorial
The gardens at El Escorial are designed in a formal and elegant style, featuring intricate parterres of box hedges and vibrant flowers, representing Philip II's vision of a heavenly garden.
Knot Gardens at El Escorial
Knot Gardens at El Escorial
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Modern Gardens at El Escorial
Modern Gardens at El Escorial
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Study Notes
Garden Tour of Spain
- The video series explores the diverse gardens of Spain, showcasing both public and private gardens, from various styles and locations.
- The presenter uses gardens to understand Spain's history, culture, and future.
The El Escorial Monastery
- El Escorial is a large royal palace and monastery located 50 kilometers northwest of Madrid.
- It's one of the world's largest religious buildings, constructed from stone quarried from the Guadarrama mountains.
- Construction began in the 1560s, during the peak of Spain's vast empire, including the Netherlands, much of Italy, parts of the Americas, and the Philippines.
- King Philip II (reigned 1556-1598), a passionate gardener, created gardens noted for meticulous detail wherever he went.
Exploring the Gardens of El Escorial
- The modern gardens at El Escorial include parterres of box hedges on a terrace surrounding the building, dating back to the 18th century.
- During Philip II's time, the terraces featured intricate knot gardens; woven low hedges of herbs, flowers, and stones, mimicking fine Damascene rugs.
- Climbing roses on the south-facing terrace represent Philip II's vision of a heavenly cloud, contrasting with the monastery's imposing structure.
- The formal gardens extended beyond the building into surrounding orchards.
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Description
Explore the diverse gardens of Spain, focusing on the historical and cultural significance of locations like El Escorial. This quiz will take you through both public and private gardens, revealing their unique styles and connections to Spain's rich past. Delve into the gardening legacy of King Philip II and the meticulous design of El Escorial's gardens.
