With chilly winter comes knocking we need something that will bring cheer to the shortened days with best zoological parks.
If a vacation is not on the cards at the moment.
A day out at the zoo is something that can serve as an enjoyable distraction.
A zoo is so much more than just seeing exotic animals.
Make the most of the green spaces within to get in some of that sharp, fresh air.
Here are our top five beautiful zoological parks that can refresh your mind and your day!
Mysore Zoological Park, Karnataka
Spacious,
lush and
teeming with exotic species of animals, the Mysore Zoological park.
Known as the Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, is one of the oldest in the country.
Located near the tranquil Karanji Lake to the east.
This zoological park is ideal for a day out with the kids or for taking a stroll with a friend.
It is best to set out early so that you can explore the entire area.
It is spread over almost 157 acres as animals here live in a forest-like environment.
Opening Hours – 8.30 am – 5.30 pm
Closed on Tuesdays.
Adwaita – pic courtesy CBS News
Alipore Zoological Park, Kolkata
Alipore Zoological park is officially India’s oldest zoological park being open since 1876.
While new species of animals and birds are added at frequent intervals with kangaroos.
The latest addition, the zoo is perhaps best known for being a home to Adwaita, an Aldabra giant tortoise.
Adwaita lived for more than 250 years and died in 2006.
It was reportedly presented to none other than Robert Clive.
The British military commander in India by British sailors.
It is also home to the rare brow-antlered deer also known as Eld’s deer.
The food stalls dotted across the zoo are ideal for a quick snack break.
Don’t forget to visit the Alipore Zoo Aquarium, located right opposite.
Opening Hours – 9 am – 5 pm
Closed on Thursdays.
Pt. G.B Pant High Altitude Zoo, Uttarakhand
Pt. G.B Pant is a zoo nestled on the Sher ka Danda Hill.
At an altitude of approximately 6900 ft above sea level.
In addition to giving the visitors a panoramic view of its gorgeous surroundings this zoological park.
The distinction of being home to many endangered species including India’s lone Siberian tiger, which died in 2011.
It’s a relatively a new zoo compared to some of the others having been set up in 1984.
It has gained considerable popularity.
For housing some rare Himalayan birds and animals and for being very well maintained.
Opening Hours – 10 am – 4.30 pm
Closed on Thursdays.
Kamal Talai – pic courtesy Wikipedia
Gulabh Bagh Zoological Park, Rajasthan
Situated inside the sprawling Gulabh Bagh in Udaipur.
This zoo is a small one with only a few species of animals housed within.
However, the diversity of flowers here is unparalleled coupled.
The highly enjoyable toy train ride for both kids and adults are what wins the hearts of the visitors.
You cannot miss out wandering around Kamal Talai or Lotus Pond and the regal Navlakha Mahal nearby.
Zoo opening Hours – 8.00 am – 6.00 pm
Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, Andhra Pradesh
Situated amidst the lush Kambalakonda Reserve Forest.
The Indira Gandhi Zoological Park is spread across 625 acres of land.
Perfect for
1)picnics and weekend getaways
2)the jaw-dropping beauty of this place is incomparable.
The zoo recently went through a makeover to include helpful and detailed signage.
Colourful paintings of animals with informative descriptions.
All of which has now enhanced visitor experience manifold.
A much needed renovation since the zoo was set up in 1972.
It is now transformed to a place well worth a visit.
Opening Hours – 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Closed on Mondays.
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