Miskolc Zoo and Cultural Park
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Miskolc Zoo and Cultural Park, situated in the Csanyik Valley near the Bükk National Park, is Hungary's oldest zoo with origins tracing back to a royal game park established in 1355 by King Louis I. Officially opened in 1983 as the Miskolc City Game Park, it initially focused on local wildlife from the Bükk region, allowing visitors to observe native species such as deer, wild boar, and roe deer in naturalistic enclosures. Since the early 1990s, the zoo has undergone significant development, expanding its collection to include over 700 animals from 120 species, many of which are exotic, including Bactrian camels, various Madagascan lemurs, emus, and predators like Bengal tigers, lions, and leopards. The park also features traditional Hungarian farm animals in its
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Astuce: Visitors are advised to plan their visit during spring and early autumn for pleasant weather and active animal displays. Booking tickets in advance is recommended during weekends and holidays to avoid queues. The zoo offers discounts for families, students, and seniors. The park is accessible by public transport and provides facilities suitable for families with children.
Faits intéressants
- •The zoo is the oldest in Hungary, with roots going back to a royal game park founded in 1355.
- •It was the first place in the world to unveil a statue of renowned conservationist Gerald Durrell in 1998.
- •The zoo houses over 700 animals representing 120 species, including rare and exotic animals like the Bactrian camel and Bengal tiger.
- •The park features traditional Hungarian farm animals such as Hungarian Grey cattle, Mangalica pigs, and Racka sheep.
- •The zoo is located adjacent to the Bükk National Park, offering a unique blend of cultural and natural experiences.
Histoire
The origins of Miskolc Zoo date back to 1355, when King Louis I established a royal game park in the area.
The modern zoo opened on August 20, 1983, as Miskolc City Game Park, initially focusing on local Bükk wildlife.
Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, the zoo expanded its collection to include exotic species and improved its infrastructure, including the construction of a predator bird aviary in 1988, the opening of a monkey house in 1994, and the addition of the Africa House in 2006.
Notable milestones include the arrival of Bengal tigers in 1994 and the creation of a naturalistic European predator exhibit in 2015.
Guide du lieu
Brown Bear Enclosure
Home to the zoo's popular brown bears, providing visitors with naturalistic habitats to observe these native predators.
Birds of Prey Aviary1988
A large aviary housing native birds of prey such as common buzzards, imperial eagles, and snowy owls, showcasing Hungary's avian predators.
Monkey House1994
Opened in 1994, this facility exhibits various primates including ring-tailed lemurs, white-fronted lemurs, and squirrel monkeys, highlighting Madagascar's unique fauna.
Tiger Enclosure1998
A large 1000 square meter habitat built in 1998 for Bengal tigers, including notable residents like Zénó and Gina, providing ample space for these majestic cats.
Traditional Hungarian Farmstead (Tanyaház)2007
Opened in 2007, this exhibit showcases traditional Hungarian domestic animals such as Hungarian Grey cattle, Mangalica pigs, and Racka sheep, preserving cultural heritage.
European Predators Exhibit2015
Inaugurated in 2015, this exhibit features native large carnivores including lynxes and wolves in naturalistic enclosures, emphasizing regional biodiversity.
Contact
Téléphone: (06 46) 332 121