Chongqing Zoo, situated in Chongqing, China, is a major attraction for wildlife enthusiasts and families alike. Established in 1955, it covers an expansive area of about 45 hectares and houses over 230 different animal species. The zoo is designed to provide natural habitats for its dwellers, offering visitors a chance to see animals in environments that mimic their native habitats. One of the most notable exhibits is the Panda House, which attracts numerous visitors keen to observe the giant pandas, a Chinese national treasure and a symbol of conservation efforts. Other popular animals at the zoo include the golden hair monkey, South China tiger, and the African elephant. The zoo also features an area for children, amusement rides, and other recreational facilities. The overarching mission of Chongqing Zoo is conservation, research, and education. It contributes to breeding programs for rare and endangered species, helping to educate the public about biodiversity and the importance of preserving it. The zoo's layout allows visitors to take leisurely strolls along its pathways, enjoying the lush landscaping and serene environment, a contrast to the bustling cityscape of Chongqing.
Barely living animals, super malnourished with nothing in their cages, don’t go here. Animals living in terribly empty great walled cells. Pandas were the only good sight here, all other animals were ..
Hi The best place to see pandas and red pandas also tigers we were there early so seen the pandas getting their breakfast one was up a tree , didn't know till then they did that great day.
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Wrote on 9th Mar, 2020
Pandas are most active in the morning
When our tour guide asked for a 5:30am start we trusted in his experience and set out in bleary-eyed anticipation. It was well worth the effort since we not only beat the crowds that would undoubtedly..
A large modern zoo but for most westerners it's going to be the chance to see 8 giant Pandas and many red pandas at leisure without a crush of people trying to see them because they are spread out in ..
I had an opportunity to spend several hours at the zoo as part of a 15-day Nexus Holidays tour of China. I grew up in Washington, D.C., and remember when the National Zoo was gifted with two giant pa..