(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – A number of special programs have been organized for a week from 3rd July at Dehiwala National Zoo to mark the 87th anniversary of the Department Of National Zoological Gardens.
On that day, all children under the age of 12 will be given the opportunity to visit the zoo free of charge, said Mr. Tilak Premakantha, Director General of the National Zoological Department.
Deputy Director Dinushika Manawadu said that on this day, programs to develop knowledge about protecting animals and their living environments, as well as many fun programs for children to gain knowledge are going to be implemented.