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Old Japan:
This section is themed to Edo period Japan. Actors playing samurai add to the experience by asking guests for passports. The passports, while not mandatory, can be bought at Miko’s Emporium Of Bonsais And Kimonos. The minor attractions here are Shogun’s Palace, a Japanese Castle with actors playing guards and the Shogun himself, along with servants, who guide guests, Kappa Pond, a pond with a friendly Kappa, or humanoid turtle water yokai with a beak, the Kappa allows anyone within their pond to hop on lily pads, ride on Koi fish backs, and even follow him. The other attractions are Sumo House, a sumo ring, and The Museum Of Weapons, a museum showcasing Shuko, claws that were used to climb walls, Throwing Stars, Naginatas, or polearms, smoke bombs, bo staffs, and Grappling Hooks, and Kanji Academy, a school for Kanji Calligraphy. The main attraction here is Mount Fuji Mayhem. This is a roller coaster with dark ride portions that tells the story of a battle between a red dragon that symbolizes fire and the blue Cloud Dragon, symbolizing Water. Its highest point is the summit of Fuji, which has cold air blasts. A landmark is a giant red bridge above the lake.
This section is themed to Edo period Japan. Actors playing samurai add to the experience by asking guests for passports. The passports, while not mandatory, can be bought at Miko’s Emporium Of Bonsais And Kimonos. The minor attractions here are Shogun’s Palace, a Japanese Castle with actors playing guards and the Shogun himself, along with servants, who guide guests, Kappa Pond, a pond with a friendly Kappa, or humanoid turtle water yokai with a beak, the Kappa allows anyone within their pond to hop on lily pads, ride on Koi fish backs, and even follow him. The other attractions are Sumo House, a sumo ring, and The Museum Of Weapons, a museum showcasing Shuko, claws that were used to climb walls, Throwing Stars, Naginatas, or polearms, smoke bombs, bo staffs, and Grappling Hooks, and Kanji Academy, a school for Kanji Calligraphy. The main attraction here is Mount Fuji Mayhem. This is a roller coaster with dark ride portions that tells the story of a battle between a red dragon that symbolizes fire and the blue Cloud Dragon, symbolizing Water. Its highest point is the summit of Fuji, which has cold air blasts. A landmark is a giant red bridge above the lake.
The Mystic Land Of China:
This section is influenced by the Forbidden City. A replica Great Wall Of China stands dramatically above all. Journey To The West, the ride is entered from The Hall Of Supreme Harmony. This dark ride tells the epic tale of a cunning monkey, a monk, a dragon, a pig, and a demon going to India to get some scrolls. This section has one restaurant, The Lotus Blossom Cafe, a Quick Service Restaurant.
This section is influenced by the Forbidden City. A replica Great Wall Of China stands dramatically above all. Journey To The West, the ride is entered from The Hall Of Supreme Harmony. This dark ride tells the epic tale of a cunning monkey, a monk, a dragon, a pig, and a demon going to India to get some scrolls. This section has one restaurant, The Lotus Blossom Cafe, a Quick Service Restaurant.
The Sands Of Egypt:
This section begins with Arabic architecture, symbolic of Egypt’s modern period. As one wanders deeper, they see the Sphinx and Pyramids. This is where Curse Of The Pharaohs is located. This dark ride takes riders into a cursed tomb in search of an ankh, whilst pursued by Tomb Robbers. They ride past flame jets, spike walls, spears that shoot out, and ceilings that close in. Then, the Army Of The Dead awakens to guard the ankh chamber. The riders narrowly make it to the Ankh Chamber before the doors shut. Then, they have to put up with Sand Spirit, a giant scorpion that moves its tail in an attempt to gore them. Riders escape, of course!
Mystical India:
This section is home to only one building that hosts one puppet show. This building is the Taj Mahal itself, and it holds the Tales Of The Panchatantra Shadow Puppet show. It tells tales of talking animals, similar to Rudyard Kipling’s books.
This section begins with Arabic architecture, symbolic of Egypt’s modern period. As one wanders deeper, they see the Sphinx and Pyramids. This is where Curse Of The Pharaohs is located. This dark ride takes riders into a cursed tomb in search of an ankh, whilst pursued by Tomb Robbers. They ride past flame jets, spike walls, spears that shoot out, and ceilings that close in. Then, the Army Of The Dead awakens to guard the ankh chamber. The riders narrowly make it to the Ankh Chamber before the doors shut. Then, they have to put up with Sand Spirit, a giant scorpion that moves its tail in an attempt to gore them. Riders escape, of course!
Mystical India:
This section is home to only one building that hosts one puppet show. This building is the Taj Mahal itself, and it holds the Tales Of The Panchatantra Shadow Puppet show. It tells tales of talking animals, similar to Rudyard Kipling’s books.
Ancient Land Of Greece:
This section is themed to Greece. There are many references to famous ruins. There are Mycenaean lion gates, Minoan Pillars, Greek Columns, and fallen sculptures. The main attraction here is located underneath a replica of The Athenian Acropolis. It is called Journey To The Underworld. It is a log flume themed to going on Charon’s Boat across the River Styx through Elysium, Asphodel Fields, and Tartarus, past Cerberus, and into The Palace Of Hades. The shops are in buildings themed to Santorini Churches.
This section is themed to Greece. There are many references to famous ruins. There are Mycenaean lion gates, Minoan Pillars, Greek Columns, and fallen sculptures. The main attraction here is located underneath a replica of The Athenian Acropolis. It is called Journey To The Underworld. It is a log flume themed to going on Charon’s Boat across the River Styx through Elysium, Asphodel Fields, and Tartarus, past Cerberus, and into The Palace Of Hades. The shops are in buildings themed to Santorini Churches.
Great Russia:
This section is themed to Red Square. The centerpiece is St Basil’s Cathedral. The cathedral holds the attraction here. It is an indoor maze called Firebird Quest. In it, guests wander around the maze in search of the firebird.
The Great Land Of Italy:
This section begins with a replica of St Mark Square. It then transitions into a Roman section, with the Colosseum in the center and buildings from Pompeii, Rome, and other Roman sites surrounding it.
Rural Germany:
This section is themed to Bavaria. The main attraction here is The Rhine River Cruise. This is a boat ride that goes through the German countryside along the Rhine River. It passes Neuschwanstein Castle, The Black Forest, and many other sights. There’s a clock shop in the village, along with a German cafe.
This section is themed to Red Square. The centerpiece is St Basil’s Cathedral. The cathedral holds the attraction here. It is an indoor maze called Firebird Quest. In it, guests wander around the maze in search of the firebird.
The Great Land Of Italy:
This section begins with a replica of St Mark Square. It then transitions into a Roman section, with the Colosseum in the center and buildings from Pompeii, Rome, and other Roman sites surrounding it.
Rural Germany:
This section is themed to Bavaria. The main attraction here is The Rhine River Cruise. This is a boat ride that goes through the German countryside along the Rhine River. It passes Neuschwanstein Castle, The Black Forest, and many other sights. There’s a clock shop in the village, along with a German cafe.
The United Kingdom:
This section has an English theme. It is based on London. Big Ben is the main landmark. Red phone booths and townhouses line the square. Big Ben holds the entryway to Thames River Tour. This is a suspended dark ride simulating a boat flying over London. There is a Medieval Castle at the end of the square, representing Medieval England. It is decorated with armor and coats of arms.
This section has an English theme. It is based on London. Big Ben is the main landmark. Red phone booths and townhouses line the square. Big Ben holds the entryway to Thames River Tour. This is a suspended dark ride simulating a boat flying over London. There is a Medieval Castle at the end of the square, representing Medieval England. It is decorated with armor and coats of arms.
Graceful Spain:
This section is themed to Spain. The main landmark is El Castillo Embrujada. This is a mystical experience that takes guests deep into the Alhambra’s catacombs. In there, guests see many physical animation methods and colorful Arabic lanterns. The center has a mirror surrounded by the zodiac signs. This is the Magic Mirror from Snow White. The face will appear from fire sometimes and say stuff. Then, guests cross the Pyrenees Mountains to France and enter The Beast’s Library. In here, Lumiere and Cogsworth run one of those What X are you? quizzes. Only this one is a Disney one. The final scene takes place under one of the many bodies of water in Spain. This is Ursula’s Lair. Within the giant dead fish, Ursula takes guests voices and uses them to dub Disney films. This section has a Tapas cafe.
La Isla De Cuba:
This section is based on Cuba. The only building here is Castillo De Havana. It is a Spanish Fort with functioning cannons that shoot wax balls.
This section is themed to Spain. The main landmark is El Castillo Embrujada. This is a mystical experience that takes guests deep into the Alhambra’s catacombs. In there, guests see many physical animation methods and colorful Arabic lanterns. The center has a mirror surrounded by the zodiac signs. This is the Magic Mirror from Snow White. The face will appear from fire sometimes and say stuff. Then, guests cross the Pyrenees Mountains to France and enter The Beast’s Library. In here, Lumiere and Cogsworth run one of those What X are you? quizzes. Only this one is a Disney one. The final scene takes place under one of the many bodies of water in Spain. This is Ursula’s Lair. Within the giant dead fish, Ursula takes guests voices and uses them to dub Disney films. This section has a Tapas cafe.
La Isla De Cuba:
This section is based on Cuba. The only building here is Castillo De Havana. It is a Spanish Fort with functioning cannons that shoot wax balls.
Selva De Guatemala:
This section is themed to a jungle in Guatemala with Mayan ruins. The main attraction is located in a cenote. It is called Xibalba: The Mayan Underworld. It is a thrill ride using boats. Boats drop down the cenote into the Tomb Of The Crystal Maiden. This is a skeleton coated in crystals. Then, boats pass a stone altar with a stela behind it and drop into Xibalba’s courtyard. The first house boats enter is The House Of Razors. Razors fly at guests, buzzing by. Then, they enter the House Of Bats. Once in here, bats flutter around as Camazotz, a Mayan death bat god. Then, boats enter The House Of Fire. The house of fire is to be taken literally. The next house is The House Of Cold. Again, take it as literally as possible. After this, boats enter House Of Jaguars. This is a jungle full of jaguars who attack boats. The final house is The House Of Darkness. Again, take this one literally. After all of the houses, the boat charges for a backwards finale as it zips past everywhere seen at the beginning, but backwards.
This section is themed to a jungle in Guatemala with Mayan ruins. The main attraction is located in a cenote. It is called Xibalba: The Mayan Underworld. It is a thrill ride using boats. Boats drop down the cenote into the Tomb Of The Crystal Maiden. This is a skeleton coated in crystals. Then, boats pass a stone altar with a stela behind it and drop into Xibalba’s courtyard. The first house boats enter is The House Of Razors. Razors fly at guests, buzzing by. Then, they enter the House Of Bats. Once in here, bats flutter around as Camazotz, a Mayan death bat god. Then, boats enter The House Of Fire. The house of fire is to be taken literally. The next house is The House Of Cold. Again, take it as literally as possible. After this, boats enter House Of Jaguars. This is a jungle full of jaguars who attack boats. The final house is The House Of Darkness. Again, take this one literally. After all of the houses, the boat charges for a backwards finale as it zips past everywhere seen at the beginning, but backwards.
South America:
This section consists of two small subsections. The center is an Andean village with Spanish Colonial houses. The first subsection is Peru, themed to the Inca people. Llama farms and trapezoidal windows and doors reign supreme. The attraction here is The Lab Coaster. This is the ride that practically writes itself. The theme is that one scene in Emperor’s New Groove where Yzma and Kronk go on the coaster to the lab, before cars do that, however, they get subjected to a sudden drop. You know, wrong lever? The queue is Cusco’s Palace. This was actually an idea by a friend of mine who is OBSSESSED WITH THE FILM, so credit to him. The ride, not the land. The second area is Brazil. The main section here is a smaller take on Rio De Janeiro. The ride here is Amazon Adventure, an outdoor boat ride in the Amazon. There is a parade in Rio. It’s called Spirit Of Carnival. People come out in giant, colorful, often feathery costumes and beat drums as colorful floats pass by. Christ The Redeemer on Corcovado Mountains towers above the land.
Equatorial Africa:
This section is a more elaborate take on the Outpost. It has everything from the outpost and a treehouse, from which guests can see the whole park.
This section consists of two small subsections. The center is an Andean village with Spanish Colonial houses. The first subsection is Peru, themed to the Inca people. Llama farms and trapezoidal windows and doors reign supreme. The attraction here is The Lab Coaster. This is the ride that practically writes itself. The theme is that one scene in Emperor’s New Groove where Yzma and Kronk go on the coaster to the lab, before cars do that, however, they get subjected to a sudden drop. You know, wrong lever? The queue is Cusco’s Palace. This was actually an idea by a friend of mine who is OBSSESSED WITH THE FILM, so credit to him. The ride, not the land. The second area is Brazil. The main section here is a smaller take on Rio De Janeiro. The ride here is Amazon Adventure, an outdoor boat ride in the Amazon. There is a parade in Rio. It’s called Spirit Of Carnival. People come out in giant, colorful, often feathery costumes and beat drums as colorful floats pass by. Christ The Redeemer on Corcovado Mountains towers above the land.
Equatorial Africa:
This section is a more elaborate take on the Outpost. It has everything from the outpost and a treehouse, from which guests can see the whole park.
Australia:
This section is themed to the outback. Uluru stands dramatically in the center. The only attraction here is a roller coaster called TAIPAN. The Taipan is a fast snake found in Australia, hence why it’s a perfect fit for a coaster. The trains are colored brown, like a taipan. They also have a scale pattern.
This section is themed to the outback. Uluru stands dramatically in the center. The only attraction here is a roller coaster called TAIPAN. The Taipan is a fast snake found in Australia, hence why it’s a perfect fit for a coaster. The trains are colored brown, like a taipan. They also have a scale pattern.