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Wilhelma is a combined zoological and botanical garden in Stuttgart, Germany, originally constructed as a royal Moorish-style pleasure garden in the 1840s and opened publicly in 1880.
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Wilhelma ranks #34 of 200 in the Zoo ranking, behind Brookfield Zoo, ahead of Woodland Park Zoo.
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Where is the Wilhelma zoo located?
Wilhelma is a combined zoological and botanical garden located in the Bad Cannstatt district of Stuttgart, Germany. It is uniquely situated alongside the Neckar River and is surrounded by historic royal parks.
What is the historical background of Wilhelma?
The site was originally constructed as a royal Moorish-style pleasure garden in the 1840s under the orders of King William I of Württemberg. It was severely damaged during World War II but was rebuilt and opened publicly as a zoo in 1980. (Note: Many historical sections were opened publicly in the late 1800s, specifically 1880).
How big is the Wilhelma park?
Wilhelma is an expansive park, covering roughly 30 hectares, which is equivalent to about 74 acres. It houses over 11,000 animals spanning more than 1,200 species, alongside thousands of different plant species.
What are the highlights of the botanical side of Wilhelma?
Wilhelma is famous for its magnificent historical greenhouses, including the impressive Amazon House and the Subtropical Terraces. The Magnolia Grove is also a major seasonal attraction that draws thousands of visitors every spring when the trees are in full bloom.
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