Russia Opens Fairy-Tale Theme Park
Russia's answer to Disneyland opened its doors to the public Saturday, promising home-grown wonder for children of all ages.
In the age of sanctions and strained U.S. relations, all stories, characters and attractions in Dream Island are Russian-themed.
The complex covers 30 hectares in an industrial neighborhood in southern Moscow, and is aiming to be one of the biggest and the best theme parks in the world.
Experience the magic:
In the age of sanctions and strained U.S. relations, all stories, characters and attractions in Dream Island are Russian-themed.
The complex covers 30 hectares in an industrial neighborhood in southern Moscow, and is aiming to be one of the biggest and the best theme parks in the world.
Experience the magic:
Is that a Russian bear?
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Authorities say Dream Island is the largest indoor theme park in Europe.
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Folk dancing transcends all borders.
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The huge complex is built in the shape of a toy castle…
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… and there are talking dinosaurs.
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It might look like Disneyland, but it’s not.
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Fountains and a traditional carousel. What could be more Russian?
Alexander Avilov / Moskva News Agency
