City parks serve an important purpose: in the midst of the world's biggest population centers, they provide a sense of peace and relaxation.
And the best part is that most of them are free.
Some parks are massive green spaces, while others encompass mountain ranges, museums, and palaces. No visit to a great city is complete without seeing its greatest park.
Here are the 30 of the best city parks around the world.
BALBOA PARK, SAN DIEGO: The park is home to beautiful architecture as well as the world famous San Diego Zoo.
BEIHAI PARK, BEIJING: This Chinese park has been around in some form since the 11th century. It's filled with beautiful imperial palaces of the past.
BOBOLI GARDENS, FLORENCE: Between the ancient sculptures, the fountains, and the gardens, this is one of the most beautiful parks in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
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