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Sunken Gardens
The Sunken Gardens colourful flowers and the stair case entrance in the background.Formed in the 1960s, the Sunken Garden has been described as the parade's 'hidden treasure' because, sited below road level, it offers a sense of serenity and separation from its urban surrounds.
The garden has developed a higher profile since mid-2001 when it was upgraded as part of a Napier City Council revitalisation project aimed at providing better links for Marine Parade attractions.
The revamp made the strip reserve more visible and accessible while preserving its informal and intimate character.
Flights of steps were formed between pohutakawa trees flanking the streetside footpath to lead down into the garden. The pond was made more visible to pedestrians, and that has enhanced its value as a focal point in this passive reserve.
Sunken Gardens Images
Picture of some of the many flower ...
The Sunken Gardens stair case entra...
The Entrance to the Sunken Gardens....
The Sunken Gardens colourful flower...
The Sunken Gardens colourful flower...LocationSeaward side of Marine Parade, south of Par 2 Minigolf and the Napier i-Site Visitor Centre.
