Spread over 380 acres, Nehru Zoological Park is home to over 150 species of animals, providing a unique opportunity to witness wildlife in a natural habitat.
Currency
INR (βΉ)
Best time to visit
October to February
Languages
Telugu Β· Hindi Β· English
Coordinates
17.440Β°, 78.472Β°
Key facts
1Spans over 380 acres, making it one of the largest zoos in the world
2Houses over 150 species, including endangered ones like the Indian Rhino and Bengal Tiger
3Features a naturalistic habitat, with enclosures designed to mimic the animals' natural environments
Timeline
1959: Established as the third largest zoo in the world
1963: Inaugurated by then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru
1977: Recognized as a model zoo by the Central Zoo Authority
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