Zoo in Lhasa, Tibet, reopens with special offer

More than 300 animals are available for tourist viewing, including tigers, lions, bears, peacocks, zebras, snow leopards, sika deer and alpacas, making it the region's first and largest zoological garden.

"It is a scenic spot integrating sightseeing, popular science education and plateau animal protection," said Tenzin Thubthen, deputy manager of the Chushul Zoo Co, which manages zoo operations.