Disneyland in Paris

Disneyland in Paris: where it is, description, photos, attractions

Thirty kilometers from Paris, in the city of Marne-la-Vallee, one of the most famous entertainment complexes in the world is located - Disneyland. This unique complex includes the Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios parks, as well as the Disney Village shopping area. About 15 million tourists from all over the world come here every year to enjoy the magical atmosphere, meet their favorite characters and immerse themselves in the world of movies.

Disneyland Park

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The first and most famous amusement park is Disneyland Park. Its opening took place in 1992, and it includes five different zones with unique themes, show programs and various attractions.

Frontierland

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Frontierland recreates the authentic style of the Wild West of the 19th century in the USA. The Big Thunder Mountain roller coaster, the mysterious house of horrors Phantom Manor and an exciting river boat adventure stand out among the attractive entertainment. During the Halloween and Christmas holidays, characters such as Jack Skellington and Sally from Tim Burton's cartoon "The Nightmare Before Christmas" appear here.

Adventureland

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Adventureland is permeated with the atmosphere of the Caribbean, India and East Africa. This area recreates the appearance of Agrabah from the cartoon "Aladdin", offering the attraction Le Passage Enchanté d'Aladdin, where the audience can experience scenes from this animated masterpiece. Shops and restaurants in this area are decorated in African style. This section of the park also features entertainment inspired by such films as "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Swiss Family Robinson", "Indiana Jones", "Treasure Island".

Discoveryland

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Discoveryland zone is designed as a city of the future, according to the vision of 19th century science fiction writers such as Jules Verne and Herbert Wells. This futuristic approach is clearly manifested in the attraction HyperSpace Mountain, made in the style of space, as well as in the classic entertainments Autopia and Orbitron. In addition, attractions inspired by "Star Wars" and "Toy Story" are presented here.

Main Street USA

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The main pedestrian artery of the park is Main Street USA. This street starts at the entrance and extends to the Sleeping Beauty Castle, opening access to other themed areas. The design of the street is inspired by the atmosphere of the American towns of the 1920s, and here you can mainly find shops and restaurants. Also on the street is the Disneyland Railroad station, where visitors can board a train that circles the entire park. Main Street USA is famous for the parades that run along its length, with covered arches hanging from both sides.

Walt Disney Studios Park

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In 2002, Walt Disney Studios Park was opened - a unique area that invites visitors to look behind the scenes of film production and become part of exciting animated films, such as "Cars", "Finding Nemo" , "Aladdin", "Ratatouille", and "Toy Story". For older children, an exciting attraction based on the series "Twilight Zone" is offered.

Disney Village

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Disney Village is a shopping and entertainment complex in Disneyland Paris that provides opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment. Here, guests can enjoy cinemas, cozy cafes and various restaurants, as well as visit shops where souvenirs, clothes and other goods with the symbols of famous Disney films are presented.

Fantasyland

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The Fantasyland zone is primarily intended for younger children, and it is here that the most entertainment related to favorite cartoons is located. This area is decorated in the form of a magical village, including Alice's Maze from the work of Lewis Carroll, attractions based on "Snow White", "Pinocchio", "Peter Pan", and "Dumbo". When visiting the Le Pays des Contes de Fées mini-cruise, guests can witness scenes from "Snow White", "Rapunzel", "The Little Mermaid", "Aladdin", "Beauty and the Beast", "The Wizard of Oz" and other fairy tales. The final accent in Fantasyland is the symbol of Disneyland - Sleeping Beauty's Castle.