The Jardin de Balata is a botanical garden located in Martinique, in the Caribbean. It is situated about 10 km north of the city of Fort-de-France. Created in 1982 by botanist Jean-Philippe Thoze, the Jardin de Balata is famous for its collection of more than 3,000 species of tropical plants, including orchids, bromeliads, and heliconias.
Fort-de-France is the capital city of Martinique, which is an overseas department and region of France located in the Caribbean Sea. It is situated on the west coast of the island and is the largest city in Martinique, with a population of over 85,000 people.
