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Peoria Zoo
Zoos, or zoological gardens, exist in many forms all over the world. The first zoo showing wild animals from exotic locations to the public was opened in London Zoo, in 1828.
Zoo now often incorporate landscape immersion, where the animals' natural environment is recreated in their enclosures.
Modern zoos range from safari parks, where visitors drive through vast areas, seeing animals in the open range, to petting or childrens' zoos, where children can hold or stroke domestic and farm animals. Zoos also include aquariums, animal sanctuaries, animal theme parks, bird parks and reptile parks, and there are even butterfly zoos.
Zoo visits are fun, entertaining and educational, so wherever you are, visit your local zoo.
Zoo in Peoria, Illinois, United States
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Peoria Zoo
Peoria Zoo in Peoria, Illinois, is an amazing and interesting zoo that is committed to wildlife conservation, providing excellent, high standards of care for animals and ensuring our zoo is a place where family and friends will spend many happy hours wandering among the many large enclosures. Our zoo also offers many interesting and factual educational programs, and our fully stocked gift shop includes a selection of beautiful gifts. The Zambezi River Village at Peoria Zoo offers a simulated African experience with colorful Colobus monkeys, red river hogs, mandrills and African lions, and right next door is Zambezi River Lodge, a unique venue for conferences, receptions and many other private events for up to 200 guests.
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Alexander's Steakhouse2017-02-13
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