Mendoza Zoological Park, Provincial zoo at Cerro de la Gloria, Mendoza, Argentina.
Mendoza Zoological Park is a zoo located on the northeast slope of Cerro de la Gloria with several kilometers of walking pathways throughout. The grounds feature multiple animal sections displaying a wide variety of species in designed environments.
The zoo was first established in 1903 by landscape architect Carlos Thays as an original project in another location. It was subsequently moved to its current site on the hillside and reopened in 1941.
The park functions as a space where families spend time together while observing animals in open settings. Visitors discover how different species live and interact within carefully arranged habitats on the hillside.
The main entrance is located on Avenida Libertador with clearly marked pathways leading to all animal areas throughout the grounds. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as exploring the site involves significant walking across the sloped terrain.
A chimpanzee named Cecilia was recognized by a court in 2016 as a legal person, leading to her relocation to a specialized sanctuary. This unusual case brought international attention to the zoo and demonstrated new approaches to primate protection.
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