11 places to discover
Bagh-e-Bahu Garden is a large terraced garden surrounding the historic Bahu Fort in Jammu, on the banks of the Tawi River. Developed by the Jammu Development Authority on the lines of Mughal gardens, it is known for its manicured lawns, flower beds, fountains and terraces. The garden also houses an aquarium and musical fountain and is a popular leisure and sightseeing spot for visitors to Jammu city.
Bahu Fort is a historic fort located on a rocky plateau on the left bank of the Tawi River in Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir. Believed to have been originally built by Raja Bahulochan about 3,000 years ago and later renovated by Dogra rulers, it is the oldest fort in Jammu. The fort encloses the revered Bawe Wali Mata Temple and is surrounded by the terraced Bagh-e-Bahu garden.
Chai Nat Bird Park is a large bird sanctuary and zoo in Khao Tha Phra, Mueang Chai Nat District, Chai Nat Province, central Thailand. Established in 1983, it covers about 248 rai and is known for its huge domed aviary, one of the largest in Asia, housing numerous native and exotic bird species. The park also includes a freshwater aquarium, zoo enclosures, gardens and a science museum, serving as an educational and conservation attraction.
Chiang Mai Zoo is a large zoological park located at the foot of Doi Suthep on Huay Kaew Road in Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai. Established on land developed by Harold Mason Young and officially opened in 1974 under the Zoological Park Organization of Thailand, it covers about 200 acres of forested hillside and houses over 400 animal species, an aquarium and family attractions.
Dehradun Zoo, formerly known as Malsi Deer Park, is a mini zoological park located on Mussoorie Road in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Established in 1976 and recognized by the Central Zoo Authority since 2012, it houses various species including deer, leopards, tigers, nilgai, peacocks, and exotic birds. The zoo features an aquarium, cactus garden, and snake house, set against the scenic backdrop of the Shivalik Range foothills.
Hillarys Boat Harbour is a man-made marina and waterfront tourist precinct in Hillarys, within the City of Joondalup, about 20 km northwest of Perth, Western Australia. Developed in the late 1980s, it combines protected swimming beaches, boat pens, boardwalks, shops and restaurants with the Aquarium of Western Australia (AQWA). It serves as a departure point for fishing charters, dive boats and seasonal whale-watching tours and is a popular family recreation destination.
The Puducherry Botanical Garden is a 22-acre historic garden in central Puducherry near the Old Bus Stand. Established in 1826 by French botanist G. S. Perrottet during French colonial rule, it is noted for its formal French-style layout and diverse collection of exotic and indigenous plants. The garden features heritage trees, an aquarium, musical fountain, toy train and greenhouses, serving as a major recreational and educational green space in the city.
VinWonders Nha Trang is a large theme park and resort complex on Hon Tre Island in Vinh Nguyen Ward, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa Province. Connected to the mainland by a 3,320 m over-sea cable car, it was originally opened in 2006 as Vinpearl Land and rebranded in 2020. The park features amusement rides, a water park, aquarium, shows and gardens, and is one of Nha Trang Bay's major entertainment destinations.
VinWonders Phu Quoc is Vietnam's largest theme park located in Ganh Dau in northern Phu Quoc Island, Phu Quoc City, An Giang Province. Originally opened in 2014 as Vinpearl Land Phu Quoc and rebranded in 2020, it covers about 50 hectares within the Phu Quoc United Center. The park features six themed zones with roller coasters, water slides, an aquarium, shows and family attractions, drawing domestic and international visitors year-round.
VOC Park, officially V.O. Chidambaranar Park, is a large urban public park and mini-zoo in central Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, near Gandhipuram and Coimbatore Junction. Managed by the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation, it is notable for its landscaped gardens, children's play areas, toy train, aquarium and small zoo housing birds, reptiles and mammals. It serves as a popular family recreation and morning walk destination in the city.
Yelagiri Nature Park is a landscaped recreational park located adjacent to Punganoor Lake in Yelagiri Hills, Tirupattur District, Tamil Nadu. Developed as an eco-tourism attraction, it features manicured gardens, an aquarium, musical fountain, artificial waterfall, bamboo house and children's play areas. The park offers walking paths, fish ponds and shaded seating, serving as a family-friendly leisure spot within the hill station's central tourist zone.