One of the best and famous sights of the Stavropol Territory is Victory Park, which is located in the south-west of the city of the same name. The guests of the city, not to mention the locals, all come here with great pleasure and desire to relax. It began to be created in 1979-1980 on the basis of the Round Forest in the Industrial District of the city. In honor of the thirty-fifth anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, he was named "Victory Park". Stavropol can be proud of this place.
Some general information
This park is spread over a rather big area - more than two hundred hectares. Since this territory is located on the outskirts of the city, few people used to go here to rest. But over time, Victory Park (Stavropol) has significantly increased in size and acquired the most modern features of a great place for people to relax. The entertainment industry has combined with an unusually picturesque nature. Each visitor will find here something interesting for himself. Many just enjoy the beautiful natural landscape and fresh air, lawns, flower beds, flower beds. In summer and spring, the territory of the park is covered with live grass, many plants are listed in the Red Book. For example, primroses and snowdrops.
Attractions in the park
For amateurs of attractions, all kinds of carousels are presented here in sufficient quantities - more than thirty. Victory Park (Stavropol) has on its territory a water park, ice rink, a magnificent fountain, a lot of design compositions, a roller site, equestrian and chess clubs, a gym, summer cafes and alleys with comfortable benches, sports grounds. The park has an exhibition of army combat vehicles.
In 2002, a big celebration was organized for local residents. Favorite vacation spot became the winner in the nomination "Amusement Park" and received the highest European award "Golden Pony". Moreover, a charge of vivacity, a good rest and a sea of emotions here you can get all year round.
Stavropol Zoo
This zoo is one of the main attractions of the city. In the entire Stavropol Territory, it is the only stationary institution of its kind. It is located in the already familiar Victory Park. Many locals come here as families.
Since 2011, it is an independent institution and works on full self-sufficiency. Money received for tickets is spent on its replenishment and on the maintenance of animals. The zoo began to exist in 1988 as part of the Stavropol Recreation and Culture Parks. Where in the vast territory is the Zoo Stavropol located? Victory Park takes up a lot of space in the forest, so each animal occupies its own zone on the ground. At the entrance, the visitor immediately notices the originally decorated aviaries, then a pond with beautiful pelicans, ducks and swans.
To the left of the entrance is an exotarium with crocodiles, turtles, lizards and snakes. At the moment, 112 inhabitants live here, which include: a pair of lions, a leopard, brown bears, wild boar, European fallow deer, lynx, wolves, camel, wild boar, yaks, ostriches, peacocks, pelican and many others. Be sure to bring a camera with you when heading to Victory Park (Stavropol). Photos of animals, attractions and local nature seen will help to preserve memories of visiting a unique place for a long time. The zoo and the park have many places for entertainment and relaxation. Why not enjoy sitting on a bench and admiring cute animals?
How to get and working hours
Victory Park (Stavropol) is open daily from 05:00 a.m. to 01:00 a.m. Admission is free. The zoo is open from 09:00 in the morning until 18:00 in the evening. Admission for adults - 150 rubles, children - 100 rubles, kids up to 3 years old - free of charge. Address: Stavropol, Shpakovskaya street, house number 111. You can get on a minibus to the stop "Victory Park".