At Dinah’s Botanic & Historic Garden, also known as Den Paradera, the plants tell stories about Curaçao. Located in Seru Grandi on the island’s eastern side, this expansive herb garden brings you closer to the herbs people have traditionally used for nourishment, care and home remedies.
Dinah Veeris founded the garden in 1991, after years of gathering knowledge from older generations. That work gives the place its character. As you explore, you’re learning about the relationship between the island’s plants and the people who have used them, with knowledge passed from one generation to the next.
The garden welcomes visitors from around the world, along with local residents and schoolchildren. Its botanical and historic sections connect nature with everyday island traditions, while the shop carries Dinah’s herbal products, inspired by those same uses and ingredients grown in the garden.
Give yourself time to ask questions and look closely. This is a good stop for anyone curious about what grows on Curaçao and why those plants matter beyond their appearance.
Details We Appreciate
● Herbal knowledge preserved through conversations with older generations.
● Botanical and historic sections within the same garden.
● An educational space welcoming visitors and local schoolchildren.
● A shop connecting the garden’s herbs with Dinah’s products.