Hyderabad’s Mega Tunnel Aquarium — Bigger Than Ever! India is gearing up to unveil its largest-ever tunnel-style aquarium, set in Hyderabad’s green heart. Perfect

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Location & Investment 📍 Where: Kothwalguda Eco Park, Hyderabad (4.27 acres) 💰 Cost: ₹300 crore under HMDA’s DBFOT model

Design Highlights 🌀 Tunnel Specs: • Curved acrylic tunnel ≥100 m long • 3.5 m-wide walkway, 180° panoramic view • Option for multiple tunnels

Vast Aquarium Space 📐 Built-up Space: ~2.5 lakh sq ft 💧 Water Volume: • Total: ≥30 lakh litres • Tunnel section: ≥20 lakh litres 

Incredible Biodiversity 🐠 Species Hosted: • 300+ species (fresh, brackish & marine) • 10,000+ animals including fish, reptiles, ornamentals, and imports

Visitor Capacity & Experience 👥 Capacity: Up to 2,500 visitors at a time ✨ Features: • Touch tanks, koi feeding, virtual aquarium • 7D & dome theatres, interactive kiosks

Amenities & Leisure 🍽️ On-site Services: • Restaurant with aquarium views • Seating & party spaces • Additional attractions: theatre, kiosks

Timeline & Progress 🛠️ Launch Plan: • Tenders floated in May 2023; no bidders initially

What This Means for You 🌟 Why It Matters: • A travel destination, education hub & family adventure • Boosts eco-tourism in Hyderabad