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Exciting Attractions Opening in 2015
Published 1:11 PM EDT, Sat August 15, 2015
China’s Hello Kitty Park opened on New Years Day with 11 themed facilities, including performance venues, amusement rides, a luxury resort, and a grand Mahjong hall.
Thomas Land had its grand opening in Carver, Massachusetts, on August 15.
With a total cost of over $1 billion, the Louvre Abu Dhabi is one of the most expensive cultural institutions ever conceived. The dome structure will house 65,000 square feet of permanent installations, with another 22,000 square feet for temporary exhibits.
The National Gallery Singapore will be the largest visual arts venue in Southeast Asia when it opens in September, showcasing regional art from the 19th century to the present day.
Just outside of Beijing, Eternity Passage is set to be China’s first hi-tech amusement park, integrating Chinese history with technology fantasy.
Backed by notable blues fans like Buddy Guy and actor John Goodman, St. Louis’ National Blues Museum will feature a large interactive exhibition space and a 100-seat theater.
Off the coast of Singapore, Funtasy Island is marketed as the world’s largest eco-theme park. It plans to feature a multi-sensory rainforest, snorkel and scuba zones, and an aquarium for swimming with whale sharks.
The 640-acre Grand Texas Entertainment District will feature seven Texas-themed attractions, encompassing a motorsports park, sports complex, and water park.
Stay tuned for these exciting attractions that promise unforgettable experiences and memories!