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FOR CHILDREN
MINI PARK WITH MAXI FUN Seeing a lion, entering a cage Flying Service Tower of Pisa,” says one of the
A unique animal oasis with a bear, holding a col- Tatrapolis has several new authors of this idea, inviting
ourful parrot or just enjoying attractions, including a bird for a visit. The fun that children
The Liptov region and exotic the beauty of exotic animals. house in a former cowboy enjoyed in the previous years
sights obviously go well ZOOKONTAKT, a contact ZOO saloon. It works almost like has by no means disappeared
together and it seems that in Liptovský Mikuláš, offers a café, but not for guests but from the park. This year, too,
more and more locals and lots of exciting experiences birds. You sit down on a chair they can ride a popular train,
visitors can’t get enough like this and even more. As and instead of a waiter with fool around on carousels or
of this attraction-packed children’s interest has grown coffee, a colourful bird lands pass a test of courage: the lo-
region. A Caribbean tropical over the years, the owners on your table, drinks boldly, cal Water Shot with a landing
park, a Mexican skeleton have been looking for ways snacks something small and in the pool.
wedding and Hawaiian to please not only the lovers flies elsewhere happily. There
waves were followed by of the animal kingdom, but is a reason for saying that Fairy Tale Houses
exotic animals. Of course, also to make the animals at the staff often literally flies For perfect experience of
they are surrounded by the
world’s most famous build- ZOOKONTAKT more com- among the guests. Near the visiting the park, it is also
ings in the Tatrapolis theme fortable. The did not have amphitheatre, there is a place necessary to please the taste
park. to go far for inspiration, they for a little slower animals of buds. There are three restau-
just needed to walk a few the park, specifically terrarium rants that comply with strict
meters to the park with world animals. However, exterior hygiene regulations. Tatrap-
miniatures, Tatrapolis, which is attractions are the most popu- olis will satisfy even the most
perfect for various species of lar during the corona crisis demanding client, and what’s
animals. so a place had to be found more, its surroundings also
especially for children. There- provide stylish accommoda-
The Beasts Return fore, there is a large space for tion in various themed houses
The animals breathed life into games under the stands of and apartments. Right behind
metal miniatures of the Eiffel the amphitheatre with various the gates of the park, there
Tower, the Statue of Liberty forms of entertainment. The is a picturesque village with
and the Sydney Opera House. playground for children up to traditional and Indian themes:
“We found a new home for about twelve years provides Holiday Village Tatralandia,
them: they will receive good plenty of adventure attrac- which is close to the biggest
care and the park visitors will tions as well as privacy. tourist attractions in Liptov.
be satisfied, too,” says a zoolo- Staying a few meters from
gist of ZOOKONTAKT, Jaroslav Two for the Price of One the waterpark, the animal
Kompiš, and adds good news The advantage is that animal world and a free fall simulator
for loyal fans. “The animals, lovers can visit two parks for and enjoying the views of the
which we had to move from the price of one: the traditional majestic Low Tatras moun-
the original ZOO to a breed- ZOOKONTAKT on a hill above tains and Choč mountains is a
ing centre in Jakubovany due the Liptov Arena and Tatrapo- priceless bonus. Not to men-
to older age and weight, will lis with its new inhabitants. It is tion that every house has its
appear in public again. They connected to the neighbour- own kitchen. After all, today,
include tigers, bears, cougars, ing waterpark so visitors to more than ever before, being
jaguars, leopards and lions, Tatralandia can easily get into the master of the situation
which have grown a bit and the attractive animal world us- and always having a choice is
gained some weight,” laughs ing a chip. “We created several the privilege of those who are
the head of the park. It’s differ- interactive exterior and interior prepared.
ent to get close to a cuddly lit- exhibitions using the existing
tle bear than to an adult male buildings and spaces be- Safety First
weighing a few hundred kilos. tween them. Just walk down Speaking of hygiene, af-
However, they are pleasure the alley and you can find ter the experience with the
to watch even from a greater interesting animals at the Big corona virus and the number
distance. Ben, Kamzík or the Leaning of visitors from the previous
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