If you’re looking for a new place to explore in Utah, take a look at the International Peace Gardens. It’s a little-known place located on Salt Lake City’s west side, and you won’t believe how beautiful and tranquil it is.

The International Peace Gardens is located right next to the Jordan River at 9th West and 10th South.

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The 11-acre gardens are right near the trailhead of the Jordan River Parkway.

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Back in 1937, the idea for the gardens bloomed. The City Commission and Parks Department approved the idea, and the committee went to work, planning the gardens.

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World War II briefly stopped the progress, but planning resumed in 1947.

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The first country to earmark a garden was the United States. It’s the largest garden here.

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The second country to receive a garden was Japan.

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Every year, a different country presented plans for its garden.

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Today, 28 countries are represented in the International Peace Gardens.

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Other countries have requested gardens here, but unfortunately, the city ran out of space.

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The city now owns adjoining property, and the Salt Lake Council of Women, who oversees the project, hope to obtain it to add even more diversity to the gardens.

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Every year, on the third Saturday in August, the gardens host a festival. Representatives from various cultures offer entertainment, crafts and food. Admission is free.

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Every Sunday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm throughout the summer, docents are present to answer questions about the garden and give tours.

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Visit the International Peace Gardens seven days a week.

CABhonolulu/tripadvisor It’s free to wander through. The gardens are open May 1st through September 29th from dawn to dusk.

What’s your favorite part of the International Peace Garden?

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It’s free to wander through. The gardens are open May 1st through September 29th from dawn to dusk.

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