Whipsnade White Lion
This unusual geoglyph was built as a warning so low-flying aircraft wouldn't scare the zoo animals.

šŸ“œ Chalk figure carved into a hillside, iconic local landmark.
šŸ” Built as a warning to low-flying aircraft not to scare zoo animals.

Why Go

🦁 Unique lion geoglyph, largest in the country.
šŸ‘€ Visible for miles across the Dunstable Downs.
🌳 Important part of Whipsnade Zoo's history.
šŸ¤ Maintained by dedicated volunteers.

Tips

šŸ”­ Good views from Ivinghoe Beacon and roads B4540, B4506, A4146.

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