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Towards an Ethical and Conservation zoo
Site Analysis
Vandalur, located in the southern outskirts of Chennai,
India, presents a unique climatic profile, Characterized
by a tropical wet and dry climate, Vandalur experiences
three distinct seasons: a hot and humid summer from
March to June, a monsoon season from July to November,
and a mild winter from December to February.
The summer months bring high temperatures, often reaching up to 40°C, coupled with significant humidity. This demands architectural designs that prioritize natural ventilation,
shading, and the use of reflective materials to mitigate heat gain. The monsoon season introduces challenges with heavy rainfall, requiring effective water management
strategies such as rainwater harvesting and efficient drainage systems to prevent flooding and waterlogging. During the mild winter, temperatures average around 20°C to
25°C, which is ideal for maximizing natural light and outdoor activities. Given Vandalur’s proximity to the Bay of Bengal, it is also susceptible to cyclones, which necessitates
a the incorporation of resilient building practices to withstand high winds and torrential rains.
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a Chennai Domestic and International c Tambaram Airstrip
Airport
b Tambaram Railway Station d AAZP (or) Vandalur Zoological Park
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a A.A.Z.P zoological park where b New enclosures are being developed in
majority of the animal enclosures this area to house more animals.
and services are present.
c Reserve forest which houses deers d Vandalur Railway Station
for the deer safari as well as asiatic e Nedukundram Lake
lions for the lion safari.
f Kilambakkam Bus Terminus
a Walkin Avian Exhibit
White peafowl
Peafowl
Pheasants
Parakeets
Exotic Birds
Cassowary
Emu
Adjutant Stork
Crane
Rhae
Area - 12 Acers
b Interpretation Centre
Permanent galleries
Virtual and Augmented gallery
Visitor engagement spaces
Aquarium
A.A.Z.P zoological park where Butterfly House
majority of the animal enclosures
and services are present. Area - 14 Acers
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c African Savanna
Giraffe
Ostrich
Zebra
Area - 12 Acers
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d Elephant House
Area - 19 Acers
b e Amphibians and Reptiles
d Water Monitor Lizard
Monitor Lizard
Gharial
c Nile Crocodile
Marsh Crocodile
Caimen
Saltwater Crocodile
King Cobra
Reptile House
Area - 8.5 Acers
f Walkin Water bird Exhibit
Rosy Pelican
g Tiger House Spoon bills
Herons
White Bengal Tiger Vedanthangal Birds
Bengal Tiger Point Calimere Birds
Area - 13 Acers Area - 9.5 Acers
