"Victory Park", Stavropol. Zoo in the "Victory Park"

One of the best and famous sights of the Stavropol Territory is the Victory Park, which is located in the south-west of the city of the same name. Guests of the city, not to mention the local residents - all with great pleasure and desire come here to relax. To create it began in 1979-1980 on the basis of the Roundwood in the Industrial area of the city. In honor of the thirty-fifth anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, he was named "Victory Park". Stavropol can be proud of this place.

Some general information

This park is located on a very large area - more than two hundred acres. Since this territory is located on the outskirts of the city, few people used to rest here before. But over time, Victory Park (Stavropol) has significantly increased in size and has acquired the most modern features of a great place for people to relax. The entertainment industry combined with an unusually picturesque nature. Each visitor will find here something interesting for themselves. Many simply enjoy the beautiful natural landscape and fresh air, lawns, flower beds, flower beds. In summer and in spring the park covers the living grass cover, many plants are listed in the Red Book. For example, primroses and snowdrops.

Attractions in the park

For amateurs of attractions all kinds of carousels are represented here in sufficient quantity - more than thirty. Park Pobedy (Stavropol) has in its territory a water park, ice rink, a magnificent fountain, many design compositions, a playground for roller skates, equestrian and chess clubs, a gym, summer cafes and alleys with comfortable benches, sports grounds. In the park there is an exhibition of army fighting vehicles. In 2002, a great celebration was organized for local residents. Favorite vacation spot was the winner in the category "Amusement Park" and received a high European award "Golden Pony". Moreover, the charge of vivacity, a good rest and a sea of emotions can be obtained here all year round.

Stavropol Zoo

This zoo is one of the main attractions of the city. For the whole Stavropol Territory it is the only stationary institution of this kind. It is located in the Park of Victory we already know. Many locals come here by families.

Since 2011, it is an independent institution and works on full self-sufficiency. The money received for tickets is spent on its replenishment and maintenance of animals. The zoo began in 1988 as part of the society "Stavropol Parks of Recreation and Culture." Where is the Stavropol Zoo located on a vast territory? "Victory Park" takes up a lot of space in the forest, so each animal occupies its zone on the ground. At the entrance the visitor immediately notices the originally designed aviaries, then - a pond with beautiful pelicans, ducks and swans.

To the left of the entrance is an exotarium with crocodiles, turtles, lizards and snakes. At the moment 112 inhabitants live here, including: a pair of lions, leopard, brown bears, wild boar, European fallow deer, lynx, wolves, camel, wild boar, yaks, ostriches, peacocks, pelicans and many others. Be sure to bring your camera, going to the "Victory Park" (Stavropol). Photo of the animals seen, attractions and local nature will help to retain memories for a long time about visiting a unique place. On the territory of the zoo and park there are many places for entertainment and recreation. Than not pleasure to sit on a bench and admire lovely animals?

How to get there and how it works

"Victory Park" (Stavropol) is open daily from 05:00 am to 01:00 am, entrance is free of charge. The zoo is open from 09:00 am to 6:00 pm. Admission for adults - 150 rubles, children - 100 rubles, kids under 3 years - free. Address: Stavropol, Shpakovskaya street, house number 111. You can get there by taxi to the stop "Park Pobedy".