Hsinchu City Zoo Introduction
Hsinchu City Zoo was established during the Japanese colonial period and is the oldest zoo in Taiwan. Currently, the zoo houses a diverse range of animals, with about 120 species and over 300 individual animals; among them, birds and primates are predominant, along with larger animals such as hippos, ostriches, orangutans, Bengal tigers, and sun bears. In 2004, the zoo showcased a new image through improvements to its enclosures and the appeal of themed animals, linking nearby attractions into Hsinchu Park. The park is surrounded by several attractions worth visiting, including Lizhi Pond and Jiuqu Bridge, Lakeside Pavilion, Fengcheng Vision Hall, the zoo, Hsinchu City Glass Art Museum, New Swan Castle, the Weekend Flower Market, and Confucius Temple, making it one of the most leisurely and culturally rich green spaces in Hsinchu City.
