About Planet Earth Aquarium
Planet Earth Aquarium is a public aquarium located on Zoo Main Road near Mysore Zoo in Mysuru, Karnataka. It is known as one of the prominent aquariums in the region, housing a variety of freshwater and marine ornamental fish in large display tanks including a walk-through tunnel aquarium. The facility features aquascaped tanks, exotic species and educational exhibits, attracting families and tourists visiting the Mysuru Zoo and palace circuit.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect indoor, dimly-lit galleries with large glass tanks and a walk-through tunnel aquarium displaying freshwater and marine ornamental fish such as arowana, cichlids, stingrays, and other exotic species. The setting includes aquascaped tanks, informative signage, photo spots, and a compact family-friendly layout located close to Mysore Zoo. The visit is primarily sightseeing and educational within an air-conditioned indoor facility.
Key highlights
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Walk-through tunnel aquarium
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Large collection of exotic freshwater and marine ornamental fish
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Aquascaped display tanks with themed setups
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Educational exhibits on aquatic biodiversity
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Family-friendly indoor attraction near Mysore Zoo
History of Planet Earth Aquarium
Opened in 2017, Planet Earth Aquarium was developed as a modern public aquarium to promote awareness of aquatic biodiversity and ornamental fish keeping, adding to Mysuru's tourism infrastructure near the Mysore Zoo.
Culture & Context
Serves as an educational and recreational attraction promoting awareness of aquatic life and conservation among visitors, families and students.
Route
| By air | Mysore Airport (Mandakalli) is the nearest domestic airport; Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru is the nearest international airport about 170 km away |
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| By train |