Kathmandu Zoo, Public zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal
The Central Zoo extends across 6 hectares, housing 942 animals from 127 species including mammals, birds, fish, and reptiles in dedicated enclosures.
Prime Minister Juddha Samsher established this private menagerie in 1932, which transferred to government control in 1950 and opened to the public in 1956.
The zoo implements the Friends of Zoo program in collaboration with Kathmandu Valley schools to promote nature conservation education among students.
The facility operates daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, with entry fees of 200 NRs for Nepali adults and 1000 NRs for international visitors.
The central pond, dating from King Siddhi Narsingh Malla period, contains a floating island inhabited by Sarus Cranes and offers paddleboat activities.
Location: Lalitpur
Inception: 1932
Accessibility: Dostępne dla wózków inwalidzkich
Website: https://ntnc.org.np/project/central-zoo
Website: https://ntnc.org.np/project/central-zoo
GPS coordinates: 27.67319,85.31093
Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:16
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