Chongqing Zoo is a zoo in the city of Chongqing, China, about 8 km (5 miles) from the city centre.
The zoo is located at Yangjiaping on Xijiao Road in the Jiulongpo District of Chongqing.[1] It was built in 1953 and officially opened to the public in 1955.[2] The zoo covers an area of 45 hectares (111 acres).
The zoo an important base for the protection of and research on wild animals. It exhibits rare species including the giant panda,[3][4] the very rare South China tiger, and the African elephant.
Chongqing Zoo is on the bank of the Yangtze River. The Three Gorges are visible from the zoo.[2]
See also
References
- ^ "Chongqing Zoo (Chongqing Dongwuyuan)". TripAdvisor. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ a b "Chongqing Zoo". TravelChinaGuide.com. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ "Chongqing Zoo". www.GiantPandaZoo.com. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ Flurie, Lisa. "Giant Pandas China's Chongqing Zoo". YouTube. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
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