National Zoological Park

National Zoological Park is a zoo, which is located on the Mathura Road in New Delhi.  The zoo was inaugurated as Delhi Zoo on 1st November, 1959, but was granted a status of the National Zoological Park in 1982. Covering an area of 89,0308.41 sq. m, this zoo is home to around 2,100 species of animals and birds.

The main attractions of the zoo are Chimpanzee, Hippopotamus, Spider monkey and African Wild Buffalo. Visitors can also spot Gir Lion, Zebras, Macaque, Banteng, Peafowl, Hog Deer and Jaguar. The zoo also features a Reptile Home Complex, where visitors can see snakes such as King Cobra and Pythons.

Over 200 varieties of trees, including Alamtas Hedges, Lahura trees and the native Delhi Bistendu, can be seen in the zoo. The zoo also features a 17th century Kos Minar, which was built by Jahangir, the son of Emperor Akbar. Visitors can explore the zoo either on-foot or by using a battery-operated vehicle.

Timing:    9 am – 7 pm (Summer)
            9:30 am - 5:30 pm (Winter)
            Closed on Monday
Admission Fees:    INR5 (Indian national)
            INR10 (Foreign tourists)