Brief History

Established in 1951, Kamla Nehru Zoological Garden is situated on the outer periphery of Kankaria Lake and spread over an area of 117 acres. More than 20 lakh visitors visit every year and this number is growing. Within its confines, it houses some of the rare species of the mammals, birds and reptiles, What sets it apart from other Zoological gardens is the personal touch by the devoted zoo staff under the able guidance of the officer incharge and continued support of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation making it a home away from the home for its residants.

The Kamla Nehru Zoological Garden was started with the purpose of Recreation but now our main aim is conservation of endangered species breeding them in captivity, so as to save them from extinction.  

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How to Reach

Kamlanehru Zoo Kankaria by Bus
By Road

Gujarat has one of the better developed road networks in India. Ahmedabad is well connected with all major cities and towns by road. State and private buses are a great option to travel between smaller towns in the state.


Kamlanehru Zoo Kankaria by Train
By Train

Major Indian cities are also connected via the Ahmedabad railway station that lies on the western railways network. The main railway station is located in Kalupur area. This station falls under the prominent national railway circuit and is connected to all major cities of India. India’s first bullet train project will be connecting Mumbai to Ahmedabad by December 2023. It will run at a speed of 320 kmph and cover the distance in 3 hours.


Kamlanehru Zoo Kankaria by Flight
By Air

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport in Ahmedabad connects all major cities in India and key cities abroad to the state.

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