4.8
Wildland
Under 1 hour
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Paid
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Atmospheric
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Why it's Wildland
4.8A grand stone archway leads into a re-created corner of Gujarat’s Sasan Gir, with a train station, rangers’ huts and a 360° Temple Clearing designed to bring visitors close to the Asiatic lions.
Land of the Lions stands out for turning an urban zoo visit into a focused encounter with a critically endangered big cat, while using details inspired by the lion’s remaining wild home in India to give the habitat a clear sense of place.
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The experience
Explore the themed habitat, look for the Asiatic lions and other listed animals, and notice how the setting’s objects and architecture evoke Gujarat’s Sasan Gir. It is one exhibit within London Zoo, rather than a standalone wild landscape.
Things to do
Explore the Sasan Gir-inspired habitat
Follow the habitat’s themed setting from the grand stone archway towards the Sasan Gir Train Station and 360° Temple Clearing. The design takes inspiration from the Asiatic lion’s forest home in Gujarat.
Look for the Asiatic lions
London Zoo’s page identifies resident lions Arya and Syanii. Animal sightings can vary; check current zoo information before visiting.
Notice the habitat’s Indian-inspired details
Look for the rickshaws, bicycles, spice sacks and rangers’ huts used to evoke the Gujarat setting that inspired the exhibit.
Learn about other listed species
The exhibit page also lists Hanuman langurs and Rüppell’s griffon vultures. Check the zoo’s current animal information, as residents may change.
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Quick look at the lions
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Enter Land of the Lions through the grand stone archway.
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Explore the Sasan Gir Train Station and Temple Clearing, looking for the Asiatic lions.
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Notice the habitat details inspired by Gujarat, including rickshaws, bicycles and rangers’ huts.
Verified history
Land of the Lions was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip in March 2016. London Zoo says its designers visited Gujarat for inspiration, creating a habitat drawing on Sasan Gir and incorporating objects sourced from India.
Hidden details
A temple clearing at the habitat’s centre — The exhibit’s 360° Temple Clearing is described as its centrepiece, designed so visitors may see lions roaming nearby.
A train station inspired by Sasan Gir — The themed Sasan Gir Train Station is a distinctive scene within the habitat; the zoo notes that a lion may be spotted snoozing on the tracks.
When to go
· No specific time of day is supported by the supplied source; check current zoo guidance.
The habitat is presented as an indoor/outdoor zoo exhibit, but the supplied source does not recommend a particular season.
Check London Zoo’s current visitor information for weather-related arrangements.
What to look for
The grand stone entrance arch, Sasan Gir Train Station, the 360° Temple Clearing, and set details including rickshaws, bicycles, spice sacks and rangers’ huts. Look for the Asiatic lions, Hanuman langurs and Rüppell’s griffon vultures listed by London Zoo.
Best time to go
Year-round; check London Zoo’s current opening and animal-viewing information before visiting.
Check London Zoo’s current information for opening times and animal-viewing guidance; no best time of day is specified by the supplied source.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
Families · Young children · Wildlife lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 10am-6pm
- Tuesday: 10am-6pm
- Wednesday: 10am-6pm
- Thursday: 10am-6pm
- Friday: 10am-6pm
- Saturday: 10am-6pm
- Sunday: 10am-6pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
A habitat within London Zoo. Entry is part of a zoo visit; check current ticketing, opening and access information before travelling.
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Accessibility
The source lists a lift in the habitat and wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance in the supplied listing data. Check current access arrangements with London Zoo.
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Cost
Paid
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Around Land of the Lions
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
