Hyderabad Nehru Zoological Park

Nehru Zoological Park (Telugu: నెహ్రూ జంతుప్రదర్శనశాల) (also known as Hyderabad Zoo) is a 380 acres (150 ha) zoo located near Mir Alam Tankin Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is one of the three most visited destinations in Hyderabad.Zoo hours vary by season, and the zoo is closed on Mondays.

Indian Lion from Nehru Zoological park Hyderabad 4280

Nehru Zoological Park, Hyderabad was established in vide G.O.Ms. No.247, dated 26 October 1959. It was opened to the public on 6 October 1963. The Nehru Zoological Park is run by the Forest department, Government of Andhra Pradesh, and is named after the first prime minister of the country, Jawaharlal Nehru.

Animals and exhibits

The zoo occupies 380 acres (150 ha) and is adjacent to the 600-acre (240 ha) Mir Alam Tank. Nearly 100 species of birds, animals and reptiles are housed at the zoo, including indigenous animals like the Indian rhino, Asiatic lion, tiger, panther, gaur, orangutan, crocodile, python, as well asdeer, kangaroos, antelopes, and birds.

The zoo's undulating landscape provides a natural setting to the animals and birds, which are displayed in large enclosures simulating natural habitats. The 200 year old 600-acre (240 ha) Mir Alam Tank, with its unique multiple arched bund (embankment), attracts hundreds of migratory birds, providing yet another attraction for the Zoo. The A.P. Tourism Development Corporation has introduced a ferry-boat and speed-boat, which also attracts a visitors for boat rides.

The zoo runs several safari trips each day, such as the Lion Safari, Tiger Safari, Bear Safari, and Butterfly Safari. Other attractions include elephant rides, a natural history museum, and a children's train.

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