Sofia Zoo — Sofiya

Location: Sofiya · Sofia City

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Sofia Zoo — Sofiya

Location: Sofiya. Province: Sofia City. Category: Parks and gardens.

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Founded in 1888 through Prince Ferdinand’s initiative, the zoo began with a black vulture. Its first lions arrived in 1892, and ornithologist Paul Leverkühn subsequently played an important role in its development.

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Reviewed on October 13, 2026

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