Dream World (Thailand)
Dream World is an amusement park in Thanyaburi District, Pathum Thani Province, Thailand. The park includes three roller coasters and other rides.
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| Location | Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani, Thailand |
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| Coordinates | 13°59′15″N 100°40′30″E |
| Slogan | The World of Happiness |
| Owner | House Kitipraporn |
| Operated by | Amusement Creation Co.,Ltd |
| Opened | November 12, 1993 |
| Operating season | Year-round |
| Visitors per annum | 2 million (2014)[1] |
| Area | 63 acres (25 ha) |
| Website | dreamworld.co.th |
History
"Dream World" was born from the initiative of the "Kitiparaphon family" which at that time operated the amusement park business, namely Amusement Park
The origin of the project From long experience in management "Amusement park land" makes the management view that At present, especially in Bangkok There are only 3 types of this theme park: Daneramit, Siam Park and Safari World. Which is not enough for the needs of the people of Bangkok Rapidly rising
For this reason, management has a project to open a new theme park. In order to be a place to relax and be the new lung of Bangkok people as well as to attract foreign tourists as well
With an investment of over 1,000 million baht, boundless imagination and the collaboration of many experts, Dream World is created to be a world of happiness for new families that all ages can enjoy with the equipment. modern Watch the impressive performances or relax in a beautiful and shady atmosphere with various species of plants.Dream World opened on 12 November 1993, occupying an area of approximately 25 hectares.
Attractions
The park is divided into several zones such as Dream World Plaza, Dream Gardens, Fantasy Land, and Adventure Land. The interior of the park is filled with over 40 imported thrill rides and family attractions. The park's main attraction is Asia's first hanging roller coaster in the middle of Adventure Land, and a model of the Grand Canyon as part of a river rafting attraction.
Dream World Plaza
This includes the main entrance to the park and a copy of Disneyland's Main Street USA. It is filled with shops and buildings that are fantasy-themed.
Dream Garden
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Dream Garden has a nature theme. This area surrounds a lake near Dream World Plaza. It is the setting for "Color of the World" parade every weekend.
List of attractions:
- Cable car
- Seven Wonders of the World
- Speedy Mouse
- Bicycle Boat
Fantasy Land
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This area is filled with themes of fairy tales from all over the world. It is in the middle of the park.
List of attractions:
- Fantasy Garden
- The Giant House
- Sightseeing Train
- Sleeping Beauty's Castle
- Hurricane the ride
- The Spider
- Uncle Tom's farm
- 4D Adventure
Adventure Land
Adventure Land is the largest zone of the theme park. This area is filled with thrill rides and attractions. This has a space and futuristic theme. There has been controversy over the music played in this area of the park due to the park's usage of songs containing obscene language despite the park's overall family-friendly image. The volume has also been cited as an area of scrutiny.
List of attractions:
| Ride | Year Opened | Manufacturer | Description |
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| Snow Town | 1997 | ||
| Grand Canyon | 2002 | Hopkins Rides | Rapids Ride with the various water effect. |
| Super Splash | 1995 | Hopkins Rides | 15 meters high Shoot the Chute ride |
| The Thunderbirds | |||
| Haunted Mansion | |||
| Crazy Bus | Zamperla | ||
| Monorail Tour | |||
| Bumper Boats | |||
| Antique Cars | Gould Manufacturing | ||
| Go Carts Track | 1996 | ||
| Flying Carpet | Top Fun | ||
| Black Hole Coaster (Former: Space Mountain) | 1994 | Vekoma | Model: Custom MK-900 |
| Sky Coaster (Former: Hanging Coaster) | 2007 | Vekoma | Model: Swinging Turns |
| Vikings | HUSS Park Attractions | ||
| Bumper Cars | I.E. Park | ||
| Flying Fishes | |||
| Hollywood's Action Show | |||
| Red Indian's Boat | |||
| Raptor | 1996 | Höpler | Model: Schunkler |
| Tornado | 2012 | Technical Park | Model: Typhoon |
Development
- 1995: Installed "Super Splash" from the United States.
- 1996: Installed "Magic Carpet" from Italy. Installed "Raptor" from Germany. Installed "Kart" from the United States.
- 1997: "Snow town", the first of its kind in Thailand. Installed "Snow Ski Flying" from the United States.
- 2000: installed "Hurricane" from Germany. Installed the "Octopus" from Germany.
- 2001: Installed the "Grand Canyon" from the United States.
- 2002: Celebrated 10 years of Dreamworld.
- 2007: Switched the original Hanging coaster train to the Vekoma Floorless style train and renamed to "Sky Coaster".
- 2009: Celebrated 15 years of Dreamworld. Installed "4D Adventure” Theater.
- 2010: Equipped with "Aliens".
- 2011: Park closed on 21 October 2011 due to flooding
- 2012: Park reopens 10 January 2012. Installed "Tornado" from Italy.
- 2013: Installed "Water Fun" which is a water park with the large Aquatic Play Structure.
- 2014: Installed Mini Zoo, An "Animal Farm"
See also
References
- "ดรีมเวิลด์ครบ 20 ปี ทุ่มงบ 230 ล้านบาทเปิดโซนใหม่". Voice TV (in Thai). April 24, 2014. Archived from the original on August 16, 2017. Retrieved April 3, 2017.