Covering a total area of 54 hectares, the Tianjin Zoo is a beautiful destination that was founded in 1975 and opened to the public on the 1st of January 1980. Located at the southern part of a scenic water park, this zoo has been identified among the Best Ten Zoos in the country. The shady trees and the thick grass paint a picture of lush greenery and the water areas of the park have well maintained, crystal clear waters.
The zoo consists of more than 180 species and an animal count of more than 1800. Among these endangered species, the Giant Pandas and Siberian Tigers take centre stage as the zoo takes great efforts to conserve these species and inform its visitors of these native animals. The Golden Monkey and the Red Crowned Crane are also among these native species. There are several sections in the zoo dedicated to animal families such as the crocodile lake, reptile house and the bird parks along with open areas where people are able to bond with harmless animals freely. Apart from exhibiting animals the zoo engages in animal centric research, rehabilitation and wildlife protection.
Other than the zoo and its various activities this beautiful patch of greenery on Tianjin’s map is also a very popular recreational area among citizens and tourists where you could engage in some quiet fishing, some brisk walking or some evening chit chat with friends. With its beautiful greenery and serene pools of water, it’s popular among the young and the old. Maybe you would like to take a boat ride on the serene pools of water at the park, engage in some recreational games or simply absorb the beauty of the place? The Tianjin Zoo invites you to do all this and more.
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