The zoo in Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is considered one of the main attractions of the city. Its popularity is primarily due to its location: it is located in the central area, you can get to the place from any point. And this is not the only reason why thousands of tourists visit the Hungarian Zoo every year.
Description
The zoo appeared in Hungary quite a long time ago - in 1865. Locals boldly call it the best in Europe. And they have grounds for such assertions. It contains more than three thousand different species of animals. Many of them are rare species, some are even listed in the Red Book. During the war years, the zoo suffered serious losses, and subsequently it took more than a dozen years to restore. New specimens were brought in, and a significant reconstruction was carried out at the beginning of the 21st century.
Now the park has an unusual design. There are many beautiful buildings and interesting sculptures here. Some objects are unique in their own way and testify to the special sense of humor of Hungarian artists and designers. For example, near the pavilion with Amur tigers there is a smallcar with an open trunk. Part of the car is behind armored glass - in the territory of animals. The front body is on the other side. Visitors to the park can climb into the driver's seat of a car and take amazing photos at the Budapest Zoo.
The builders of the park tried to recreate the living conditions for animals as much as possible. Artificial reservoirs, shelters, vegetation - all this helps creatures feel more confident in the new environment, continue to play, hunt, not paying attention to the audience.
Dignity
It is worth listing some of the main advantages of this attraction over zoos in other cities and countries. Guests of the city like that the zoo in Budapest is open not only in the warm season, but also in winter. Some exotic animals live in covered enclosures, and during cold weather the premises are heated. Therefore, the doors to the zoo are open all year round. In addition, travelers in their reviews of the Budapest Zoo note that there is no need to pay extra for visiting individual enclosures. It will be enough to purchase an entrance ticket at the box office and enjoy walks throughout the facility.
Another plus of this place, according to reviews, is that the zoo staff constantly maintain cleanliness and order. The zoo is very well maintained, the gardeners regularly trim the trees, monitor the condition of the flowers. All sculptural and architectural objects are periodically restored. Animals lookhe althy and tidy, their enclosures are always clean. Therefore, walking around the park is a pleasure.
Zoo animals
The territory is divided into several zones. Guests are advised to take a zoo map at the entrance on their first visit. This will help you navigate and not get lost in the area, as well as save time looking for a certain type of inhabitant. Here are collected animals from Africa and Asia, from the tropics and the cold Arctic region.
Especially loved by tourists are primates, which are very interesting to watch. About two hundred species of monkeys can be found in the Budapest Zoo! Some animal species can be contacted. Many birds, for example, live outside the aviary, they can be found near water bodies. Peacocks roam freely along the park paths. It will be interesting and useful not only for children, but also for adults to watch animals in the part of the park called “Our Farm”. Rural domestic animals and birds live here.
Part of the territory is dedicated to the wildlife of Africa. Elephants, giraffes, rhinos live in this area. In summer they can be seen in the open space, in winter the animals are moved indoors. There is an oceanarium in the zoo with exotic species of fish and other marine life. Those who wish can also visit the Butterfly Pavilion.
Opening hours
It will take several hours to walk around the entire territory of the zoo. The opening hours of the zoo in Budapest depend on the month and the specific day of the week selected for visiting. You can check the schedule atofficial website of the organization. In November, visitors can stay in the park until 4 pm, opening at 9 am. From December 24 to December 31, the zoo is open until one in the afternoon, the last visitors can go at noon. On weekends in the summer, you can walk in the park until 19:00. From Monday to Thursday, closing occurs at 18:00.
It's also worth bearing in mind that some facilities (animal houses, "Magic Mountain") close half an hour earlier. Souvenir shop opening hours may also vary. It is best to come to the zoo in the morning or in the afternoon to catch the feeding period of the animals.
Visit Rules
You should first read the rules for visiting the park. Smoking and walking dogs is strictly prohibited here. Children under the age of 14 may enter the territory only when accompanied by an adult. It is not recommended to leave special footpaths and step onto the lawn. Some enclosures have special signs indicating that the animal cannot be fed. In case of non-compliance with the rules, fines are imposed on park guests. Valuables can and should be deposited in the luggage room. It is not allowed to throw garbage or pick flowers on the territory.
Separately, it should be recalled that in no case should you enter enclosures with animals - this can be life-threatening. Species that can be given food should only be fed certain types of food (special biscuits).
How to get to the zoo in Budapest
Drive to the animal parkyou can take the metro, along the M1 line. Nearby is the Heroes' Square. From the station to the entrance gate is only about 5 minutes on foot. The zoo is located at: Állatkerti krt. 6-12. After the walk, you can explore the surroundings; nearby there is a stadium, a circus, several city museums (transport, fine arts and others). In the central part of Budapest, there is also a famous architectural monument of Hungary - Vajdahunyad Castle. Inside the building is a museum of agriculture.
Ticket prices
The price of a standard adult ticket to the Budapest Zoo is 600 rubles. There are some perks for younger visitors. Children aged 2 to 14 years old ticket will cost 350 rubles. For students who have documents confirming their status, the price will be 435 rubles. There are also special promotions. A family ticket for two adults and children will cost four hundred rubles. The entry price for a group of students, the number of which exceeds ten people - 320 rubles. for one.
The above prices are at the current exchange rate. According to the latter, one Hungarian forint is twenty-two kopecks in terms of the Russian currency.
