How about immersing yourself in a botanical adventure, where each step echoes with the whispers of love and history?
Thinking of a garden, the mind immediately goes to the scent of its flowers, but visiting La Mortella is a journey that transcends mere sense of smell and involves all five senses.
A path that unveils a dream-like haven, inviting you to lose yourself in a symphony of fragrances, colors, and stories that paint an Eden of beauty and peace.
Get ready for a fragrant, immersive, and cool journey to Campania, that will make you feel part of a real love story.
We are FORADAY, the only multisensory travel experience designer in Campania.
LA MORTELLA, THE GARDENS OF LOVE IN ISCHIA
The La Mortella Gardens aren’t just a horticultural masterpiece. They are a place where time doesn’t pass and the real world doesn’t exist.
Created by the famous landscape architect Russell Page in 1956, they’re a living testament to the profound love shared between Sir William Walton and Lady Susana. He was inspired by their deep love, the volcanic rocks all around, and the suggestive natural landscape with its openings towards the Mediterranean Sea.
Their love story weaves through the avenues and fountains, creating a captivating backdrop to your botanical adventure.
As you wander through these “gardens of love”, be prepared to witness a kaleidoscope of over 1,700 plant species, constantly widened and developed, year after year, including some rare gems gathered from the farthest corners of our planet.
Close your eyes and immerse yourself in this unchanted sanctuary for lovers of nature and romance alike.
This is your chance to look inside yourself and know yourself better, thanks to the harmony lavished by Mother Nature.
BE A PLANT HUNTER FOR A DAY
Imagine hunting wonders and losing yourself in an enormous garden. Picture being a Plant hunter for a day, exploring the hidden treasures that La Mortella Gardens holds.
Let the scents, the colors, and the sounds lead you to discover plants, trees, pieces of art, and breathtaking views you’ve never seen before.
Our journey begins in “the valley”.
It’s like to descend into the heart of an almost prehistoric realm, where a sanctuary untouched by time, beckons. Here, towering ancient plants reach for the skies and their leaves whisper secrets of old (wow, the Ginkgo Biloba in front of us is very big and its yellow foliage is amazing). Among them, ferns and palms create a scene so verdant it seems stolen from the age of dinosaurs. The soft murmur of tranquil fountains, melody complemented by the serene lullabies of hidden ponds, invite us to lose ourselves in this living museum of nature’s splendor. Each corner unfolds a new, dream-like wonder. Here the “Victoria House” appears to us: the undisputed queen of the waterlilies (all these orchids, bromeliads, aroids, and splendid creepers fill our eyes with every possible color).
Before ascending to the upper level, we allow ourselves a short break at the tea room, to appreciate their delicacies among the silence and the sounds of nature (we feel at peace with the world and with ourselves, and time passes without us noticing).
Arrived to “the hill”, the landscape looks like more familiar, yet elevated to an ethereal beauty. This higher ground, among aloes, agaves, palms and aquatic plants, offers a vantage point like no other, bestowing upon us breathtaking views of Forio and its shimmering beaches. From this lofty perch, the world unfolds below in a tapestry of vibrant colors and textures, a panoramic spectacle that captures the essence of wonder, leaving us with a sense of belonging to something far greater than ever imagined. Here, amidst the embrace of nature and the whisper of the breeze, we find a panoramic Greek theater from which to observe a wonderful sunset. Dreams alight upon the horizon, inviting us to step into a realm where the earth touches the sky (no words can describe this moment).
We have arrived to the end but, before leaving, let’s take a moment to meditate at the “Thai House” (a gentle breeze caresses our skin and carries our mind like a wind chime).
WHY CHOOSE THIS EXPERIENCE
Are you asking yourself if being a Plunt hunter is suitable for you?
You have to know that this experience lasts about 2 hours and has a low difficulty level, so it is for everyone.
But, this experience isn’t just about seeing or smelling some plants. It concerns the power of love and what it can build when it’s true!
It is for everyone who is curious to discover the secret life of plants and wants to visit a garden designed by the landscape starchitect Russel Page. But also for those who want to be at peace with themselves and become one with nature, the Earth and the sky.
Well, if you recognize yourself in this description, then this experience is for you!
DON’T WAIT, COME ON!
If you’re looking for a truly multisensory experience that goes beyond the ordinary, then you should consider becoming a Plant hunter and enjoying a day at La Mortella, **the gardens of love in Ischia.
Your senses will be tickled as you marvel at the diversity of plant life surrounding you.
Avenues adorned with vibrant blooms, and fountains harmonizing with the gentle rustle of leaves – it’s a sensory symphony that transcends the ordinary.
Unleash your inner explorer as you discover not just plants, but stories waiting to be heard. Some of the plant species here are so rare that each encounter becomes a precious moment, etching memories that linger long after you’ve left this botanical wonderland.
Take the time to look inward, think about your life path and seize the opportunity to make your journey a tale worth telling.
So, pack your bags, grab your passport, and set off with us on an adventure that promises to be the journey of a lifetime.
Campania is waiting for you.
