Korkeassari

Korkeasaari Zoo (Swedish: Högholmens djurgård, English: Korkeasaari Zoo) is a zoo founded in 1889 in Helsinki. The zoo is run by a non-profit foundation whose goal is the conservation of biodiversity.[3][4] Korkeasaari Zoo is a member of the European Organization of Zoos and Aquariums and participates in its species protection programs. There are about 150 animal species on Korkeasaari.[5] The zoo is located on an island called Korkeasaari off Helsinki, and it is open every day of the year. Korkeasaari Zoo is also one of the most popular places to visit in Helsinki, with around half a million annual visitors. Korkeasaari has three restaurants, cafes, a souvenir shop and several kiosks.