Natura Artis Magistra

A couple of days ago I went to my all time favorite zoo, that happens to be in my hometown Amsterdam: Natura Artis Magistra, meaning 'the masterly art of nature' (locally known as Artis). 

Here are some random pics:











Besides fauna there's also a lot of beautiful flora








And what I like a lot personally is this eatable garden. All vegetables are grown to feed the animals with. 



Feline creature looking at the birds. Cats, who doesn't love them. You just have to.   

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~*~ 

My Ice Cone Key Chain was featured by The Stitchin' Mommy, by Two Chicks and A Mom and by Crafts a la Mode!


Thank you, Amy, Staci and Linda!
 

Comments

  1. Gentle JoyJune 17, 2017 at 5:17 PM

    Wonderful pictures! :)

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  2. The Charm of HomeJune 19, 2017 at 10:00 PM

    The lions are great. We can never see them that close up. Great pics! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!

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  3. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJune 21, 2017 at 4:25 AM

    You got some great photos of the animals! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  4. Sum of their StoriesJune 22, 2017 at 8:37 AM

    Looks like a lovely place to visit, thanks for sharing your beautiful photos.

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  5. Mary K.June 23, 2017 at 4:14 PM

    Going to the zoo is always so much fun! I don't get to go nearly enough.

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