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Los Angeles, California
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When it first opened in 1912, Griffith Park Zoo started with only 15 animals, including a bear, a mountain lion, and an eagle.
The zoo closed in 1966 because it was considered too small and outdated, leading to the opening of the Los Angeles Zoo nearby.
The abandoned cages and enclosures of the old Griffith Park Zoo are still accessible to the public and make for a unique hiking experience.
Griffith Park Zoo's ruins have been featured in several films and TV shows, making it a popular filming location.
The Works Progress Administration expanded the zoo in the 1930s, providing jobs during the Great Depression.
