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LEGO elephant and calf at Edinburgh Zoo

A Visit to the Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo is the perfect place for a relaxing walk. Its extensive grounds, full of greenery, paths winding between the animal enclosures, and picturesque views of the surrounding area make it possible to spend an entire day there, enjoying the closeness of nature.

There is always a certain magic associated with a visit to the zoo that attracts both children and adults. Although we'd visited Edinburgh Zoo many times before, we decided to go again to make the most of the beautiful weather. This time, however, not only the animals were the main attraction of our visit. We were also intrigued by the new exhibits: animals built from LEGO bricks and dinosaurs.

A Stroll Through Nature

Edinburgh Zoo is the perfect place for a relaxing walk. Its extensive grounds, full of greenery, paths winding between the animal enclosures, and picturesque views of the surrounding area make it possible to spend an entire day there, enjoying the closeness of nature. Even if we don't plan to visit every enclosure in detail, the walk itself in such beautiful scenery is an excellent way to relax.

LEGO Brick Animals

One of the main attractions of our last visit was the exhibition of animals built from LEGO bricks. The creativity and precision with which these models were made are impressive. For children (and adults!) it's a real treat – the chance to see favorite animals in a completely new form.

It's worth mentioning that exhibitions like this often accompany various events and occasions at the zoo, and their themes can change, which means each visit can be a little different and just as fascinating.

LEGO lion family at Edinburgh Zoo
LEGO lion among greenery at Edinburgh Zoo
LEGO orangutan on a hammock at Edinburgh Zoo
LEGO peacock in a tree at Edinburgh Zoo
LEGO elephant sculpture at the zoo exhibition

Dinosaurs at the Zoo

The second additional attraction was the dinosaur exhibition. Realistic models of prehistoric giants attract attention not only from the youngest visitors. For fans of paleontology, it's a real treat. The exhibition not only presents impressive models but also educates, providing interesting information about the lives of those extraordinary creatures that once ruled the Earth.

LEGO dinosaur at Edinburgh Zoo
LEGO triceratops under a blue sky
LEGO tyrannosaurus at Edinburgh Zoo

Interesting Facts about Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo opened in 1913 and has attracted crowds of visitors ever since. It is home to over 1,000 animals representing 200 species. One of the zoo's most famous attractions is \"Penguin Parade\" – the daily walk of penguins outside their enclosure, which has gained worldwide fame.

Previous exhibitions held at the Zoo

Lanterns
Another light display to visit. This time lanterns featuring characters from Chinese legends. There are dragons, elves, and other figures.
Lantern Exhibition – Dinosaurs
About a year ago, at pretty much the same time, we visited the Chinese lantern exhibition. Now there was a similar exhibit, but this time the theme was dinosaurs. As before, it looks quite spectacular at night. The exhibition was held at Edinburgh Zoo for the second year running and is usually on...