Lithuanian Zoo, Zoological garden in Žaliakalnis, Kaunas County, Lithuania.
The Lithuanian Zoo sits within a large oak grove and houses more than 2,000 animals representing around 230 different species. The grounds are divided into specialized areas where visitors encounter aquatic animals, reptiles, primates, and large predators.
A zoologist founded the facility in 1938 starting with just 40 animals, though the collection grew quickly within the first year. Since then it has become an established place for animal care and public education.
The zoo serves as a learning space where visitors encounter animals from around the world in settings that reflect their natural homes. Local families come here regularly to spend time outdoors while discovering how different species live and interact.
The zoo is easy to walk through and paths are well marked so visitors can navigate without confusion. Comfortable shoes are a good idea since you will be walking quite a bit and some paths go over hilly ground.
The facility sits within one of Europe's largest oak forests, giving it a natural and calm appearance throughout. Many visitors overlook how much the old tree landscape shapes the entire experience of walking through the grounds.
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