Attica Zoological Park

Welcome to the Attica Zoological Park, located in the suburb of Spata, just twenty kilometers east of Athens. Spread across forty-nine sprawling acres, this is not just the only zoo in Greece, but one of the most significant…

We start our tour where the park itself began: the bird collection. As the original focus of the Attica Zoological Park, the aviaries here are truly world-class. …

In June 2010, the Attica Zoological Park family expanded significantly with the arrival of two California sea lions and four dolphins. This marine world has quickly become one of the most popular sections of the park. …

As we move toward the center of the park, we encounter some of its most magnificent and vulnerable residents: the big cats. The Sumatran Tiger is a particularly significant species here. …

Welcome to the African Savanna section, where the landscape opens up to accommodate some of the planet's largest land animals. The Giraffes are always a favorite, their long necks reaching up to feed on branches high above the…

The Attica Zoological Park is home to two Asian Elephants, also known by their scientific name, Elephas Maximus. These are truly intelligent and social beings, spending up to nineteen hours a day eating—sometimes consuming over…

Our final major stop is the Primate section, where we meet our closest relatives in the animal kingdom. The Chimpanzees are always a source of fascination; their DNA is approximately ninety-five to ninety-eight percent identical…

As we conclude our journey through the Attica Zoological Park, take a moment to reflect on the diversity of life we have encountered. We have traveled from the vibrant aviaries where the park began to the savanna of rhinos and…