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Kensington Gardens
Kensington Gardens originally served as a royal recreational ground, though its modern landscape was largely shaped by three queens. For over a century, the area formed part of Hyde Park until 1689, when King William III and Queen Mary II established a distinct, separate park. Following the acquisition of Nottingham House—subsequently renamed Kensington Palace—the monarchs designated the estate as their primary London residence. To provide a familiar atmosphere for King William, Queen Mary commissioned a garden designed in the traditional Dutch style.