Going to a zoo is always a wonderful idea to make an escape from the constant stress of our daily life activities, be it studies or day job. It can be greatly educative as well as refreshing. If you have a family, this is probably the best gift you can give them. There is no denying the fact that India has a wide range of stunning parks but, it is important as well to make the right choice of parks, considering the purpose of the visit. Some parks are special for families while others are private. The Visakhapatnam’s Indira Gandhi Zoological Park which was named after the Ex PM of the nation, Indira Gandhi is quite an old park and has the reputation of being the most congenial parks for families. Many families come here every day to spend some quality time in the midst of the spellbinding scenic beauty of the place. Photography is also allowed at a nominal price and people can easily capture their moments spent in this park
Indira Gandhi Zoo Visakhapatnam Attraction
The Indira Gandhi Zoological Park was opened way back in 1972 and is located in the midst of the absolutely mesmerizing Kambalakonda wildlife sanctuary in Visakhapatnam. The park spreads across 625 acres of area and it certainly is a lovely place for picnics. The park has the advantage of being surrounded by the Eastern Ghats on 3 sides and the Bay of Bengal on the fourth side which makes it an exceptionally natural place. Almost eighty species of animals, reptiles, and birds are available in this park. Also, it has a section for a wide range of stunning butterflies and moths. Besides, one can enjoy the train ride, van ride, and elephant ride as well in the park. Apart from this, the park has an amazing auditorium as well as the library in it which makes it pretty helpful for the students.
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Animals, reptiles, and birds found in Indira Gandhi Zoological Park Visakhapatnam
- Hippopotamus
- Wild Boars
- Barking Deer
- Bonnet Monkey
- Spotted Deer
- Asiatic Lions
- Leopards
- Tigers
- Sloth bear
- Spotted Doves
- Vultures
- Ducks
- Crocodile
- Land Tortoises
- Pythons
- Porcupines
- Water Monitor Lizards
Facilities at the Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, Visakhapatnam
- Purified cool drinking water
- Shelters with benches
- Wheelchairs available
- Eco-friendly battery operated vehicles
- Food available for purchase
- Toilet facilities
- Dust bins
Other Useful Information
Entry fee:- Rs. 10/- Adult and Rs. 5/- Child
Zoo Timings:- 9 A.M to 5 P.M
Closed On:- Monday
Address:- Yendada, near dairy farm, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530040
Phone Number:- 089125 52081
Email:- igzpvizag@gmail.com
