When you think of Rome you probably conjure up the image of a city steeped in history, so when I decided to go to Rome’s Zoo I was thinking this 100-year-old zoo might show its age. I was thoroughly delighted when many of the exhibits and enclosures continued to impress me. The Zoological Gardens of Rome surely…
After emerging from the Flaminio metro station we headed for the Villa Borghese, one of Rome’s largest and picturesque parks, on what appeared to be a beautiful sunny day that quickly turned dark with luminous clouds. Among the trees we were at once drenched by an unexpected down pour; we were soaked through with nowhere to…
Set in the heart of one of Rome’s largest parks, the Villa Borghese, you’ll find the Zoological Garden of Rome (Bioparco). Opened in 1911, this 101 year old zoo covers 17 hectares (42 acres) and is home to over 1100 animals representing over 200 species. Known for its animals, lush plants – as it is…
Much of the Dublin Zoo’s African Plains exhibit is composed of a string of man-made islands in their large natural lake. It’s on one of these large islands you’ll find the Gorilla Rainforest exhibit that includes not only a large, lush green island with various trees and climbing structures but also an indoor enclosure. Encompassing 12,000 square metres, the…
The Dublin Zoo is located in the heart of the lush Phoenix Park and passing through the gates into the zoo that rich park feel continues. I was immediately blown away, there in front of me was a beautiful large lake with two sweeping paths wrapping around it. I could tell straight away this was…
In the heart of the city of Dublin’s Phoenix Park you’ll find the Dublin Zoo. The Dublin Zoo opened in 1831 with over 100 mammals and birds that were donated by the London Zoo, this over 180 year old zoo is one of the oldest in the world and Ireland’s most popular visitor attraction. Set…
The Edinburgh Zoo has the only giant pandas in the UK, and is also home to the UK’s only koalas. After a stroll through the Australian exhibit’s walk-through aviary where you see the beautiful Victoria crowned pigeon, you’ll meet the zoo’s Queensland koalas. Some people think that koalas are drugged from the toxic eucalyptus leaves they…
Lady of the Zoos 