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Chittagong Zoo is a 10.2 acre hillside zoo at the entrance to Foy's Lake in Khulshi, Chattogram, opened in 1989 and best known for its white tigers, the first born in Bangladesh.
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Chittagong Zoo (চট্টগ্রাম চিড়িয়াখানা)
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In short
Opened in 1989 at the entrance to Foy's Lake in Khulshi, Chittagong Zoo is a 10.2-acre hillside zoo best known for its white tigers, the first born in Bangladesh. Entry is paid. One to two hours is enough, and it combines easily with Foy's Lake.
Chittagong Zoo sits on hilly ground beside the entrance to Foy's Lake in the Khulshi area, about three kilometres northwest of central Chattogram. It covers 10.2 acres.
Started at Foy's Lake with 22 animals in 1989
The zoo began in 1988 as an initiative of M A Mannan, then deputy commissioner of Chittagong District, and other local figures who wanted a recreation spot at Foy's Lake. It opened to visitors on 28 February 1989. The collection began with 22 animals of five species, on land first allocated at 4.9 acres and later expanded.
By 2018 the collection had grown to about 300 animals of 54 species.
Animals and the white tigers
Mammals include Bengal tigers, lions, Asian black bears, zebras, spotted and sambar deer, hoolock gibbons, capped langurs, fishing cats and slow lorises. Reptiles include the Indian rock python and the marsh crocodile, and the bird collection ranges from great hornbills and ostriches to vultures and fish eagles.
The main attraction is the zoo's white tigers. The first white tiger born in Bangladesh was born here in 2018, and more have been born at the zoo since.
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Key information
🐅Highlight: White tigers
📅Opened: 1989
📐Area: 10.2 acres
🕐Time Zone: Bangladesh Standard Time (UTC+6)
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Highlights Include:
Animals
- White tigers
- Hoolock gibbons
- Great hornbill
What They Offer
Visit duration
1 to 2 hours
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Tours & experiences
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Tips for visiting Chittagong Zoo
- Combine with Foy's Lake.
- Go in the morning when animals are active.
- Expect slopes inside the grounds.
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Best months to visit
November to February
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General
At the entrance to Foy's Lake in Khulshi, Chattogram.
10.2 acres.
Its white tigers, including the first white tiger born in Bangladesh in 2018.
It was started on the initiative of M A Mannan, then deputy commissioner, with local supporters.
The Indian rock python, marsh crocodile, elongated tortoise and black softshell turtle.
Foy's Lake, right beside the zoo.
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Timing & weather
On 28 February 1989.
About one to two hours.
The best months to visit Chittagong Zoo (চট্টগ্রাম চিড়িয়াখানা) are November to February.
Booking
About 300 animals of 54 species as of 2018.
Prices & payment
Yes. Check current prices at the gate.
Chattogram uses the Taka (BDT, ৳). Cash needed outside big cities.
Getting there
Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) is the airport for Chittagong Zoo (চট্টগ্রাম চিড়িয়াখানা), about 13 km away in a straight line.
Health & safety
In Chattogram, call 999 in an emergency. Police, fire and ambulance.