Ljubljana Zoo, Zoo in Tivoli Landscape Park, Ljubljana, Slovenia
Ljubljana Zoo is a 19.6 hectare site on the southern slope of Roznik hill featuring about 6.5 kilometers of walking paths through forests and meadows. It houses around 400 animals from approximately 100 different species from around the world.
The zoo was founded in March 1949 and has grown from a small collection into an established animal park. Over the decades, the facility expanded to accommodate a more diverse range of animals.
The zoo focuses on animals from the Alpine, Pannonian, and Mediterranean regions, helping visitors understand the diverse habitats found across this part of Europe. The enclosures are designed to reflect how these animals live in nature.
The grounds are easy to navigate on foot, with continuous paths leading you through different areas. Plan to spend a half day to a full day depending on how thoroughly you want to observe the animals.
A special experience is the opportunity to help zookeepers feed various animals such as sea lions, tigers, and giraffes. These hands-on interactions give visitors a deeper look at animal care.
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