If one has recurring dreams of blasting past speed limits in a million dollar Italian sports car, there is now a way to realise that fantasy without breaking the bank as the world’s first Ferrari theme park is geared to open in captivating Abu Dhabi at the heart of the Emirates. Being tipped as one of the most highly anticipated events in the calendar, the first of its kind theme park is set to cruise into the history books as one of the most innovative and revolutionary attractions on the globe. Providing visitors a glimpse into the Ferrari lifestyle and its secrets to success, the park packs in 20 gravity defying rides and attractions that exhibit the power, passion and technical excellence that has come to be expected of the world’s leading Italian sports car manufacturer.
Housed beneath the iconic Ferrari emblem shaped roof that spreads out over 200,000 square meters, the 930,000 square foot venue is also the largest indoor theme park on the planet. The main attractions at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi includes the world’s fastest rollercoaster Formula Rossa which travels at break neck speeds of up to 240kmph and the Speed of Magic 4D journey. Other highlights include the flume ride to the centre of a 12 cylinder engine dubbed V12 and the G- Force tower ride which takes visitors through the red roof of the parkland to 62 m above ground before plunging back to earth experiencing the G-force experienced inside a Ferrari vehicle.
Made in Maranello is an interesting virtual trip behind-the-scenes to the inner workings of a Ferrari factory while Viaggio in Italia takes guests on a virtual tour of famed Italian landmarks as they engage in a hot pursuit of a Ferrari. The Fiorano GT Challenge rollercoaster and Scuderia Challenge simulator experience are also some of the park’s most innovative points of interest in addition to the recreation of Italian landscapes in Bell’Italia and the Ferrari motor home encounter in Paddock. The globe’s biggest Ferrari gallery outside of Italy is also located here while Driving with Champions and Cinema Maranello offer interactive theatre shows that are also worth watching for their inspiring story telling techniques and true-to- life representations. Racing Legends is also a treat for all Formula One fans as the ride takes guests through the greatest moments in the history of Ferrari victories at the event. State-of- the-art driving training schools and training session with simulated Grand Prix experiences are available at the Junior Training Camp, Junior GT and Junior Grand Prix while never before seen Ferrari models are on display at the Carousel. A plethora of concept eateries and signature stores also line the theme park offering customized souvenirs and authentic Italian delicacies.
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