Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens (Mysore Zoo)
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A century-old zoo founded by the royal family in 1892, set among shady trees, with gorillas, giraffes and white tigers.
The zoo was founded by the Maharaja in 1892 and is one of India's oldest. It covers about 157 acres and keeps around 160 species, including gorillas, African elephants, giraffes, white tigers and lion-tailed macaques. It is well regarded across India for its breeding programmes. The paths inside total about 3 km, and electric buggies can be rented. Open roughly 08:30–17:30, closed on Tuesdays. Adult entry is about 120 rupees. The zoo lies about 2 km east of the palace, right next to Karanji Lake.
Opening hours
08:30–17:30; closed Tue
Nearby sights
- Karanji Lake
- Mysore Palace (Amba Vilas)
- Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum
- Devaraja Market
- Jaganmohan Palace (Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery)
- Nandi Statue, Chamundi Hill
- St. Philomena's Cathedral
- Lalitha Mahal Palace