ARIGNAR ANNA ZOOLOGICAL PARK
Vandalur, Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu, India
Perhaps one of the most popular picnic spots in Vandalur, Kanchipuram District, the Arignar Zoological Park is an amazing place to discover the flora and fauna of the region. It is the largest zoo of its kind in South East Asia and is sprawled over an area of 1260 acres. In addition to having an extensive collection of endemic and exotic animals, visitors can experience the wild first hand with a trip to safari parks where lions and deer can be easily spotted.
Housing as many as 138 different species of organisms, this destination is every nature lover's paradise. Arinagar Anna Zoological Park is home to a variety of animals such as Himalayan brown bear, lion, tiger, elephant and Indian civit cat. The zoo also has a reptile house which houses various species of reptiles including the King Cobra, Python, Viper any much more. In addition to this, they have a small built in Jurassic Park which just adds on to the excitement. Elephant joy rides, Children's Park and an education centre are amongst the other special features of the park.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do keep the premises of the Zoo neat and clean.
- Do not tease animals and do not carry firearms or any sharp objects.
- Animals well fed by trained veterinarians. Please do not feed any animal inside Zoo.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SundayMondayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday | 09:00 AM | 05:00 PM | 100 | 50 |
- Tuesday is Holiday
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Urapakkam CMBT Bus Stand |
1 KM | 04449076316 |
 Urappakkam Railway Station |
3 KM | 139 |
 Chennai International Airport |
17 KM | 914422560551 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Vandalur | 3 KM |
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