Saigon Zoo, HCMC
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Construction of the Saigon Zoo started in March 1865. It occupied 12 hectares which contained several rare animals, and in which were planted precious and exotic trees introduced from India, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia, such as cacao, coffee tree, vanilla, and sugar cane (Jardin Acclimater). In 1924, it size was increased by 10 ha.
Today, within the zoo there is a Hung Vuong temple and the History Museum (built in 1929) with 33,000 exhibits and artifacts. The Ho Chi Minh City government has planned a new larger zoo project called Saigon Safari Park in Cu Chi. Upon completion, all animals in Saigon Zoo will be removed to this new park while the existing botanic garden will be preserved. Saigon Zoo is a member of ASEAN Association of Zoos. This is a 'walkthrough' virtual tour. Click on the red arrows to view other location of this tour.
Address: Nguyen Binh Khiem Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. |
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