Located near PMG junction, 400m east of Indian Airlines, Thiruvananthapuram
Zoo, the second oldest zoo in India is spread over 55 acres of land set
amidst lakes, lawns and woodlands. The park is part of a well-planned
botanical garden. It was established in 1857 AD as an annexe to the Museum
by the Maharaja of Travancore. Huge trees like Frangipani and Jacaranda
dotting the sprawling lawns and wild Fowls swimming in the lake,
make it a small jungle in the heart of the city. The park has a large
collection of animal species from India and abroad. The Lion tailed Macaque,
Nilgiri Langur, Nilgiri Tahr, Indian Rhino, Asiatic Lion and the Royal
Bengal Tiger are the most prominent among the endangered species. A reptile
house with different species of snakes is also located in the premises.
Open 10.00 am - 5.00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
Adults: Rs. 5, Children: Rs. 3, Camera permit: Rs. 15
Phone : 0471- 2316275