Tipped to be one of the must-experience attractions in the Malaysian capital Zoo Negara enjoys the distinct honour of being the country’s foremost zoo enclosure. As the national zoo of Malaysia the Kuala Lumpur venue is a hallmark of the country’s touristic points of interest that is frequented by an impressive million visitors annually. Spread out across an expansive area of 110 acres Zoo Negara is an institution dedicated to conservation as well as educating the masses on the significance of wildlife in our own eco system. Having opened its doors in 1963 the landmark zoo space’s 50 year history is an illustrious as its animal inhabitants which now number well over 5100 breathtaking creatures belonging to more than 459 species.
Divided in to 16 sections the zoo adopted an open plan spacious exhibition venues that mimic the natural environments specific to individual animal inhabitants. One of its chief highlights is of course the Ape Centre where Sumatran as well as Bornean chimpanzees are found in abundance. Other engaging location includes the Reptile Park with its Amphibian World center, freshwater and saltwater crocodiles and tortoise varieties.
The Malaysian Elephants section is also a big hit in addition to the Lake Birds showcase with its stunning painted storks, egrets and swans. The Bird Aviary boasts 100 species of winged beauties as well as a Birds Photo Corner where guests can snap photographs with colorful cockatoos and other inhabitants of the aviary. Pouch Land with its kangaroos and wallabies is also a must-see in addition to the Nocturnal Exhibit and Humboldt Penguins showcase while visitors can walk in to an African safari experience with the Savannah Walk enclosure where giraffes, zebras and antelopes and rhinoceroses are found. The Bear Complex is another popular area of the zoo in addition to the Nile Hippopotamus exhibit and Children’s World which is a makeshift petting zoo with rabbits, chickens and other animals that are child-friendly. A vast collection of monkeys and other apes are also on display while aquatic creatures are found in the Freshwater Aquaria. Lions and tigers galore occupy the Cat Walk while creepy crawlies are found in the Insect Zoo.
Travellers on the lookout for a luxury hotel in Bukit Bintang should look to the Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur for all their accommodation needs. Offering guests a breathtaking hideaway in the capital this Kuala Lumpur hotel is conveniently located as well.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.