Ragunan, Zoo complex in South Jakarta, Indonesia
Ragunan is a large zoo in South Jakarta that spans across a spacious grounds and houses animals from around the world. The grounds are divided into different sections to guide visitors through various habitats and animal groups.
This zoo was founded in the mid-19th century and initially occupied a much smaller area in central Jakarta. The facility relocated to its current large site in the 1960s and has been managed by the city since then.
School groups come regularly to learn about Indonesia's animals and how to protect them, making this one of the country's main places for nature education. Visitors walk through sections designed to teach about different habitats and species.
The best time to visit is early morning when animals are more active and crowds are smaller. Comfortable shoes are important since the grounds are large and require considerable walking.
The primate area was designed with specific sight lines to prevent visitors from constantly watching the animals and thereby protect their natural behavior. This is a deliberate design approach that is unusual for most zoos.
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