Kittenberger Kálmán Zoo & Botanical Garden, Zoo and botanical garden in Veszprém, Hungary
The facility spans across Fejes Valley and Gulya Hill, featuring exhibits of rare cats, brown bears, water birds, lemurs, baboons, tapirs, and red pandas.
Founded in 1958, the zoo was constructed in five months through local volunteer efforts and named after Hungarian zoologist and explorer Kálmán Kittenberger.
The facility connects visitors with nature through educational programs, guided tours, and interactive exhibits that demonstrate the importance of wildlife conservation.
Located 15 kilometers from Lake Balaton, the zoo provides dedicated parking areas, play zones for children, and accessible paths throughout both animal and plant sections.
The Kids Jungle includes the Sloth Way, where children crawl through animal transport boxes while discovering exhibits of amphibians in surrounding terrariums.
Location: Veszprém
Inception: 1958
GPS coordinates: 47.09444,17.89444
Latest update: June 10, 2025 10:27
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