'Heart of Africa' biodome to bring tropical rainforest to the UK
‘Heart of Africa’ Chester Zoo biodome. Photograph: Proctor and Matthews Architects
England’s weather is about as far from tropical as possible — except within the bubble of this amazing “Heart of Africa” biodome coming soon to Chester zoo. the 112-foot-high zoological attraction will simulate the rainforest habitats of the African Congo.
The biodome will cover 172,000 square feet and will be home to a number of animals, including a band of gorillas, a troop of chimpanzees, okapi ( giraffe-like creatures), birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates. a water ride will show off animal enclosures, and a jungle canopy will flourish above visitors’ heads.
When it is opened in 2014, the biodome is expected to be Europe’s biggest conservation and animal attraction. we can only hope that the attraction inspires environmental action among visitors!
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‘Heart of Africa’ Chester Zoo biodome Photograph: Proctor and Matthews Architects
The biodome is due to open in 2014
‘Heart of Africa’ Chester Zoo biodome – interior view Photograph: Proctor and Matthews Architects
Inside the biodome
‘Heart of Africa’ Chester Zoo biodome Photograph: Proctor and Matthews Architects
The biodome from above
‘Heart of Africa’ Chester Zoo biodome – interior view Photograph: Proctor and Matthews Architects
Rainforest inside the biodome
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'Heart of Africa' biodome to bring tropical rainforest to the UK
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