Ruth Zacharias

Ruth Zacharias is a blind pastor who created the unique botanical garden in Radeberg. She developed an architecture of scents to make the garden accessible to the visually impaired and hearing impaired. Born in 1951 in Germany, Zacharias is a prominent figure in the field of accessibility and disability rights. She has received several awards for her work, including the German Federal Cross of Merit. Zacharias is also a motivational speaker and has written several books on her experiences. She continues to work on her garden, which has become a popular tourist destination.