Bannerghatta Zoo

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Bannerghatta National Park, nestled just 40 km from Bangalore city, offers a captivating journey into the heart of nature. The park's diverse landscape, featuring hilly terrain, scrubland, deciduous forests, and valleys traversed by the Swarnamukhi water stream, provides a thriving environment for over 1300 wild animals representing 78 species. Panthers, Himalayan black bears, crocodiles, king cobras, and hog deer are among the 1900 animals that call this park home. A visit to Bannerghatta National Park promises an enchanting experience with its Zoo, Butterfly Park, and Wildlife Safari. The zoo boasts a collection of mammals, reptiles, and birds housed in well-spaced areas. The Butterfly Park, established in 2003, is a delightful retreat with a conservatory, laboratory, museum, and a serene garden supporting the local butterfly population. The Wildlife Safari, a highlight of the park, offers a glimpse into the natural habitats of various animals. With separate enclosures for lions, tigers, herbivores, and bears, the safari ensures a safe yet immersive encounter with wildlife. The park's topography also features intriguing geological formations, including a Rock & Prehistoric Garden and the Barber Stone.