Built in 1961, the zoo (zoological park) was a famous place for city residents to relax. However, during the civil war from 1991 to 1997 and afterwards, the establishment faced dire days, and its condition did not improve.
In 2021, the mayor of Dushanbe proposed to businessmen to build a new zoo in Dushanbe. The area of the zoo is 13 hectares and accommodates 1,500 species of animals, birds, and reptiles. According to this modernization project, there should be space for Australian, American, Asian, and African animals. The project includes the construction of a water body with an area of 0.53 hectares. The climatic conditions, close to natural for the animals, must be maintained.
According to the chief architect of the city, Sami Aziziyon, this issue is under consideration by the authorities. Currently, the park area has catering establishments, kiosks, and entertainment attractions. The constant noise from both visitors and the traffic of the city does not contribute to the health of the animals. The administration of the establishment needs additional sources of income for feeding the zoo’s residents and therefore makes concessions to everyone who visits. The likelihood of attracting investment in the establishment is very low.