Arignar Anna Zoological Park
Arinyar Anna Zoological Park is one of the most modern and scientifically managed parks located in Vandalur, Tamil Nadu, India. With an area of 1,265 acres and 2553 species of flora and fauna, it is the second-largest zoo in India. This is the second-largest zoo in the world. It was created with the purpose of becoming a repository for the national fauna. It has also been designated as Tamil Nadu's second wildlife sanctuary, after Mudumalai National Park.
Moreover, Arinyar Anna Zoological Park is one of the most popular picnic spots in Vandalur and is an amazing place to discover the flora and fauna of the region. In addition to having an extensive collection of endemic and exotic animals, here visitors can also experience the wild firsthand with a trip to safari parks where lions and deer can be easily spotted.
Area: 1,265 acres
Location: GST Road, Vandalur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600048, India
Timings: 9 AM to 6 PM from Wednesday to Monday. Tuesday Closed
No. of animals: 2,302 (2017)
No. of species: 169 (2017)
Date Opened: 1855
Annual visitors: 1.77 million (2016-2017)
Website: https://www.aazp.in/
