Victoria’s Butchart Gardens – From Quarry to Floral Paradise 🌸

Step into the breathtaking beauty of Victoria, British Columbia, as we explore the world‑famous Butchart Gardens! 🌸 Once a limestone quarry and cement plant in the early 1900s, this stunning destination was transformed by Jennie Butchart into one of the most spectacular botanical gardens in the world. Today, it’s still family‑owned and home to over 800 species of flowers and plants, from the vibrant Sunken Garden to the elegant Rose, Italian, and Japanese gardens.Join us as we wander through lush pathways, capture the vibrant blooms, and even try something new—filming in immersive 3D with a Canon R5C and dual fisheye lens for Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest viewers. We’ll share travel tips on how to get here from downtown Victoria, insider history, and a glimpse of what makes this a must‑see stop on any Vancouver Island visit.Later, we’ll head to Victoria’s Inner Harbour for the Crab Fest, see the iconic Parliament Buildings, the Empress Hotel, and more! Whether you’re a garden lover, history buff, or planning your own cruise stop in Victoria, this video is packed with inspiration for your next trip to Canada’s beautiful west coast.📍 Travel Tip: Butchart Gardens is about 45 minutes from downtown Victoria by bus (#75) — affordable, scenic, and easy!#Travel #Canada #BritishColumbia #VictoriaBC #ButchartGardens #CruiseLife #Gardens #TravelTips #AppleVisionPro #MetaQuest