
be one with nature - View this location on map ![]() 'only three years old, naples botanical garden (239-643-7275) is in the opening stages of grand plans to develop its 160 acres into a plant paradise. the focus now is on botanicals along the 26th latitude (where naples is), like reptilian-looking climbing oleander from west africa and giant squill from zanzibar. grab a colorful butterfly identification guide at the entrance to the butterfly pavilion and try to find each wing design as you walk through the screened-in area. if you're comfortable with critters, proceed to the sections dedicated to geckos and to brightly colored chirpy honeycreepers and lorikeets, birds that aren't afraid to land on shoulders especially beeper, nicknamed for his ability to mimic cellphone rings.'' New York Times 4820 bayshore drive, Naples, FL Active, Cultural |