Friguia Park
| Friguia Park | |
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| 36°12′16″N 10°25′24″E / 36.20444°N 10.42333°E | |
| Date opened | November 11, 2000 |
| Location | Bouficha, Tunisia |
| Land area | 36 ha |
| No. of animals | 400 |
| No. of species | 62 |
Friguia Park is a zoological park in Tunisia,[1] located near the town of Bouficha,[2] approximately 70 km south of Tunis and 25 km north of Sousse.[3] The park was inaugurated on November 11, 2000 and covers an area of 36 hectares.[2][4][5]
Description
[edit]Friguia Park is the first zoo in Tunisia.[6] It is home to around 400 animals representing 62 different species, including mammals, birds, and reptiles.[5][7]
Notable species
[edit]Species in the park include:
- Lion, including white lions[7]
- Tiger
- Elephant
- Giraffe
- Zebra
- Crocodile
- Flamingo
- Various species of monkeys
- Deer
- Cheetah
- Serval
The park also features several endangered species and participates in conservation efforts.[8]
Attractions
[edit]- Dolphinarium: Friguia Park included a dolphinarium where dolphins and sea lions performed for visitors.[5] Closed in 2016.[9]
- Educational programs: The park offers environmental education programs for school groups and the public.[10][11]
- Cultural events: African-style dance and music performances are regularly hosted.[5][12]
Conservation
[edit]Friguia Park is involved in the conservation of endangered species through breeding programs and awareness campaigns.[12] It cooperates with international organizations to promote biodiversity and animal welfare.[12]
Access
[edit]The park is easily accessible via the highway between Tunis and Sousse.[10] Facilities include restaurants, picnic areas, and souvenir shops, making it a popular destination for families and tourists.[10]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Jacobs, Daniel; Morris, Peter (2001). The Rough Guide to Tunisia. Rough Guides. ISBN 978-1-85828-748-5.
- ^ a b "Friguia Park réouvre ses portes et c'est une merveille !". tunisie.co. 2025-07-02. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
- ^ "Mapy.com". Mapy.com. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ "Parc Friguia : une superbe activité pour les vacances scolaires". tunisie.co. 2025-06-16. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ a b c d "Friguia Park", Wikipedia, 2025-07-03, retrieved 2025-07-03
- ^ "Friguia Tierpark | musement". www.musement.com. Retrieved 2025-07-13.
- ^ a b NY, Yusra (2019-01-23). "Enfidha : Naissance de 3 lionceaux blancs au parc zoologique Friguia". Kapitalis (in French). Retrieved 2025-07-02.
- ^ "Friguia Park Tour: Discover Tunisia's Wildlife: Book Tours & Activities at Peek.com". Peek. Retrieved 2025-07-13.
- ^ "Ceta Base". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2025-07-13.
- ^ a b c "Discover the Wild Wonders of Friguia Park".
- ^ Tiwari, Durgesh (2025-05-06). "Explore The Best Zoos In Tunisia For Wildlife Lovers". TripXL. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ a b c "Friguia Park". radissonhotels.com (in Danish). Retrieved 2025-07-13.
