Maharajbagh Zoo, Nagpur

Maharajbagh Zoo | One of the best places to visit in Nagpur

Entry Fee / Ticket PriceAdult - ₹40/-, Child - ₹20/-
Opening & Closing TimeMaharajbagh Zoo opening and closing timing is 08:00 AM – 07:30 PM
Opening & Closing DaysThe Maharajbagh Zoo is open every day for visitors
Place TypeZoo, Nature Sites and Parks
Place visit withFamily, Kids, Friends, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Best time to visitJuly, August, September, October, November, December
Official Websitehttps://cza.nic.in/uploads/documents/reports/hindi/mahrajbaug.pdf 🔗
Nearest Metro StationJhasi Rani Square Metro Station (0.52 KM) , Institute of Engineers Metro Station (0.73 KM) , Zero Mile Metro Station (0.78 KM) , Sitabuldi Metro Station (0.87 KM) ,

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About Maharajbagh Zoo

Maharajbagh Zoo located in the heart of Nagpur city was established in the year 1894 by the rulers of Bhonsle dynasty under the supervision of Central Zoo Authority of India. The garden named Maharaj Bagh has been converted into a botanical garden with a rich collection of herbs, shrubs, ornamental and aromatic plants, medicinal plants, etc.

It is the habitat of many species of animals, birds and plants. The serene environment, lush green cover, animal sounds give a feeling of oneness with nature. It is a favorite haunt of nature lovers, which gives a feeling of being away from the city even though it is in the city.

Architecture of Maharajbagh Zoo

The zoo comes under the Central Zoo Authority (CZA) of India and is maintained by Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth Nagpur. The zoo within the complex is home to varieties of rare species of birds and animals. 209 animals live in Maharajbagh spread over 10.40 hectares.

Interesting facts about Maharajbagh Zoo

  1. Maharajbagh Zoo is one of the smaller zoos in India and has faced constant lack of funds for expansion and maintenance.
  2. The park has a proper zoo with animals like tigers, leopards, bears, monkeys, birds, deer and a proper aquarium.
  3. Maharaj Bagh is a great place for all kids as there are so many cool things for kids to see.
  4. Maharajbagh Zoo is 117 years old.
  5. Zoo located in the heart of the city is a center of tourist attraction.
  6. It is a perfect place for family gatherings and weekend hangouts. 7.It also has a rich avifauna that includes the parrot, cockatoo, hornbill, partridge, lark, duck, raven, white pigeon, cuckoo, hawk, owl, and much more.

How to reach Maharajbagh Zoo

By Metro:- The nearest metro station to Maharaj Bagh Zoo is Jhansi Rani Square Metro Station which is located at a distance of 1 km.

By Rail:- Near Maharaj Bagh Zoo is Nagpur Junction, from here you can take rickshaw.

By Road:- The best way to reach Maharaj Bagh Zoo is by road. You can reach the zoo by bus, taxi or auto, which you will easily find here.

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Nearby Places

Attraction

  • Gowari Shahid Smarak
    1.0 km
  • Ambazari Lake
    3.3 km

Bus Stop

  • Mor Bhavan Bus Stop
    0.8 km
  • Nagpur Bus Stand
    2.6 km

Cinema

  • Meraki Theatre
    0.5 km
  • Alankar Talkies
    1.0 km
  • Janki Talkies
    1.2 km

College

  • Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University Library
    0.6 km
  • Sevasadan Shikshan Sanstha
    0.7 km
  • College of Agriculture
    0.7 km
  • Pre-IAS Training Center
    0.8 km
  • Vasantrao Naik Govt. Institute Of Arts and Social Sciences
    1.3 km

Event Venue

  • Chitnavis Centre, Civil Lines
    0.7 km
  • Hotel Centre Point, Gandhi bagh
    1.0 km
  • IDP Education, Nagpur
    1.3 km
  • Bouffage Comedy Club, Sadar
    1.6 km
  • Dali The Art Cafe, Chatrapati Nagar
    4.3 km

Hospital

  • Mure Memorial Hospital
    0.7 km
  • Platina Heart Hospital
    1.2 km
  • Platina Hospital Sitabuldi
    1.4 km
  • Neuron Hospital
    1.5 km
  • Wockhardt Super Speciality Hospitals
    1.7 km

Hotel

  • Hotel President
    1.1 km
  • Radisson Blu Hotel
    4.2 km

Location

  • Sitabuldi
    0.4 km
  • Sita Kunj, Civil Lines
    0.7 km
  • Ramdaspeth
    0.8 km
  • Modi No.3, Sitabuldi
    0.9 km
  • ISCB Colony, Civil Lines
    1.0 km

Other

  • Matru Sewa Sangh
    0.6 km
  • National Rural Health Mission Orginazation Office
    0.8 km
  • Government Press And Book Depot
    0.9 km
  • Pench Tiger Reserve
    1.0 km
  • BSNL Telecom Bhavan
    1.1 km

Park & Garden

  • Kasturchand Park
    1.5 km
  • Congress Nagar Garden
    1.8 km
  • Krazy Castle Aqua Park
    3.1 km
  • NIT Garden
    3.1 km
  • Swami Vivekananda Smarak
    3.8 km

Railway Station

  • Bardi Railway station
    1.4 km
  • Ajni Railway Station
    2.0 km

Restaurant & Bars

  • Hotel Al-Zam Zam
    3.5 km
  • Indiya Oye Radisson Blu
    4.2 km

School

  • School Of Agribusiness Management
    0.5 km
  • Sevasadan High School & Junior College
    0.6 km
  • Hadas High School & Junior College
    0.6 km
  • Laxmidevi Dhiran Kanya Vidyalaya
    0.9 km
  • Patwardhan School
    0.9 km

Shopping Place

  • Eternity Mall
    0.8 km
  • Fortune Mall
    1.1 km

Maharajbagh Zoo FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Gorepeth, Nagpur, Nagpur.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Maharajbagh Zoo: It opens from 08:00am to 06:00pm (Feb - Aug), 08:00am to 05:30pm (Sep - Jan) all days in week, Entry fees for adult Rs 20, child RS 10 per person..

𝒜. You should visit Maharajbagh Zoo during July, August, September, October, November, December months for best experience.

📅 Last update: 2024-07-02 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan

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