Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens — photo spot in Zoo Rd, Indira Nagar, Ittige Gudu, Mysuru, Karnataka 570010, India

Historic Mysore Zoo offers close-up animal portrait opportunities, landscaped enclosures, botanical backdrops and architectural gateways. Best light is early morning when animals are active and crowds are light; late afternoon can yield warm sidelight. Accessible paths, paid entry and timed tickets apply; bring telephoto for safety and a polariser for glossy leaves.more