Since the time Vietnam has opened its door to tourism, the capital city, Hanoi has enjoyed the status of being the cultural and tourist hub of the country. The city is blessed with an abundance of hot tourist destinations in the form of temples, museums and parks and gardens. The parks and gardens in Hanoi have helped keeping this commercial center green from the clutches of rapid urban development.
Apart from the common neighborhood parks, Hanoi is proud to house a park cum Zoo which is home to some of the common wildlife species found in Vietnam. The spacious park, Thu Le Park and Zoo in Hanoi is a favorite place for the locals to visit on a holiday with their family.

Features of Thu Le Park and Zoo in Hanoi

  -   The Park is located in the Thu le Village and comprises of a small Zoo within its boundary. The park with its vast spread of lush green grasses gives the feeling of natural wilderness and makes for the perfect home for the wild animals.

  -   The wild inhabitants of this park cum zoo consist of monkeys, big cats of the cat family and elephants. Some rare species of birds can also be spotted nestled on the trees.

  -   The Park has got an exquisite collection of trees and small plants. For nature lovers and botanists the park is an ideal place to make references for heir research and study.

  -   The lustrous green Park helps in maintaining the ecological balance and bio diversity and is a great refuge from the polluted city air.

  -   The park grounds also provide for recreational facilities. Pedal Boats are available for boating around the lake and spot some rare species of water birds.

  -   The small rivulet flowing through the park enhances its natural beauty more.

  -   There are a number of eateries located inside the park which provide for some delicious snacks for the visitors.

  -   The park is a favorite among the children's for the animals as well as the various fun rides that are available within the park.

  -   Even if some of the animals are kept in cages proper care is ensured. The Park and Zoo authority monitors there health and they are well fed and loved. At the same time the Zoo authority looks into the matter that the visitors behave nicely with the animals and not harass them.