Year of opening: 2023

This exhibit was created by transforming the original Asian aviary and expanding the sloth bear enclosure. It is named after a federal state in southern India, known as one of the natural gems of both India and the entire Orient.

We’ve provided exceptional living conditions and generous space for the animals. In the large aviary—measuring 40 meters in length and 25 meters in width—you’ll find various wetland bird species native to Asia, including the rarely kept greater adjutants, white storks, Asian openbills, spot-billed pelicans, and white-winged wood ducks. A new resting den has also been built for the sloth bears, connected to their existing enclosure, allowing visitors to observe them even during the winter months.

What truly sets this exhibit apart is its overall design concept. We want visitors to feel as if they’ve stepped into an Indian temple and are observing the local wildlife up close. Statues of the god Ganesha, dragon-shaped gargoyles, intricately carved wooden doors, natural laterite cladding, Indian music, and the scent of incense all help create an authentic and immersive experience.