Sofia Zoo
Sofia Zoo in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, was founded by royal decree on 1 May 1888, and is the oldest and largest zoological garden in Southeast Europe. It covers 36 hectares (89 acres) and, in March 2006, housed 4,850 animals representing 840 species.
| Sofia Zoo | |
|---|---|
A crowned elephant, the symbol of Sofia Zoo | |
The eastern entrance | |
| 42°39′29″N 23°19′55″E | |
| Date opened | 1888 |
| Location | Sofia, Bulgaria |
| Land area | 36 ha (89 acres) |
| No. of animals | 2,460 |
| No. of species | 312 |
| Annual visitors | 800,000 |
| Website | www |
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