Busch Gardens, Tampa, Florida

September 14, 2007

Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida, has some stunning attractions. The Africa-themed park is full of rides, eateries, live entertainment, and nature nature nature!

This state-of-the-art zoo allows extreme close-up contact with exotic animals.

Wildlife is presented in natural settings, and some creatures – such as this lion – are retired circus performers.

Lions and hyenas can be as close as ½ inch away – through safety glass.

Some rides allow reach-out-and-touch experiences with the more docile creatures, such as this rare scimitar-horned oryx.

Several varieties of zebra roam the field in family packs.

One rare off-theme exhibit is the tiger lair. Not indigenous to Africa, these rare and beautiful animals are nonetheless appreciated by visitors.

Meerkat colonies have a typical guard on duty at all times.

Ring-tailed lemurs will sit and watch their visitors as if we were the ones on display. Maybe we are!

Greater apes are more standoffish, and their environments allow them to move about for a more secure feeling.

Florida is renowned for its alligators, and there are some BIG ones at Busch Gardens.

Seemingly endless varieties of orchids and other exotic plant life can be found throughout the park.

Floral arrangements such as this giant butterfly change throughout the seasons.

About the author: Semi retired, I like to travel in order to experience in the varied and beautiful sights and sounds and smells and textures of the world.

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