Theme Parks
When did Disneyland open? Theme parks over the world are popular with both children and adults. It is a term used to describe an amusement park that is designed to carry a theme in one or more areas of the park. The theme may carry over to the rides and attractions in that area as well. Take the rediff biz quiz and learn some interesting facts about theme parks.
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1. When did Disneyland open? a) 1949 b) 1953 c) 1955
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Wrong! The correct answer is 1955. Disneyland first opened its gates on July 17, 1955. Over the years, Disneyland has acquired the unmistakable characteristics of a national institution. Walt Disney wanted to build the park so kids and their parents could have a place to have fun together. It is a "must see" destination for any visitor to the western United States. The vision and dream was made possible with some empty sketch pads, canvases and a few sandwiches. It was these first "sketches" of "The Happiest Place on Earth" that provided Walt and Roy Disney the ability to secure the necessary financial backing to build Disneyland.
Correct! Disneyland first opened its gates on July 17, 1955. Over the years, Disneyland has acquired the unmistakable characteristics of a national institution. Walt Disney wanted to build the park so kids and their parents could have a place to have fun together. It is a "must see" destination for any visitor to the western United States. The vision and dream was made possible with some empty sketch pads, canvases and a few sandwiches. It was these first "sketches" of "The Happiest Place on Earth" that provided Walt and Roy Disney the ability to secure the necessary financial backing to build Disneyland.
2. Where is GRS Fantasy Park situated? a) Florida b) California c) Neither
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Wrong! The correct answer is Neither. Mysore's GRS Fantasy Park is an amusement cum water park. Covering a sprawling 30 acres, Fantasy Park is a high-tech, action packed entertainer with amazing things to do for all ages. Getting to and from the Park is no problem as it lies just off the well-travelled KRS Road just 6kms from the city centre. Its timings are 1030 IST to 1800 IST on all days. The have special discounts and schemes for groups larger than 30 persons. Advance bookings can be made at no extra cost.
Correct! Mysore's GRS Fantasy Park is an amusement cum water park. Covering a sprawling 30 acres, Fantasy Park is a high-tech, action packed entertainer with amazing things to do for all ages. Getting to and from the Park is no problem as it lies just off the well-travelled KRS Road just 6kms from the city centre. Its timings are 1030 IST to 1800 IST on all days. The have special discounts and schemes for groups larger than 30 persons. Advance bookings can be made at no extra cost.
3. Which Hollywood studio plans a theme park in India? a) United b) Paramount c) Warner Brothers
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Wrong! The correct answer is United. The Los Angeles-based Universal Studios is planning to invest over $500 million to set up a theme park in India and is scouting for a joint venture partner. Universal's rich entertainment legacy can be traced back to 1906, when 39 year-old Bavarian immigrant Carl Laemmle (pronounced LEM-lee) opened his first nickelodeon theater in Chicago. In June 1909, he formed the New York based Independent Moving Picture Company of America, or IMP. In 1911, Laemmle expanded his film production to the West Coast by purchasing the Nestor Studio in Hollywood. On June 8, 1912, Laemmle first incorporated the name "Universal" when he formed the Universal Film Manufacturing Company in New York. The new Company consisted of the former IMP and five other Motion Picture Companies. With studios operating on both coasts, Laemmle decided to centralise all his operations, and ordered his manager, Isadore Bernstein, to buy more property in the Los Angeles area. For $165,000 in March 1914, Bernstein chose a 230-acre ranch. This site was to become "the entertainment center of the world" - Universal City.
Correct! The Los Angeles-based Universal Studios is planning to invest over $500 million to set up a theme park in India and is scouting for a joint venture partner. Universal's rich entertainment legacy can be traced back to 1906, when 39 year-old Bavarian immigrant Carl Laemmle (pronounced LEM-lee) opened his first nickelodeon theater in Chicago. In June 1909, he formed the New York based Independent Moving Picture Company of America, or IMP. In 1911, Laemmle expanded his film production to the West Coast by purchasing the Nestor Studio in Hollywood. On June 8, 1912, Laemmle first incorporated the name "Universal" when he formed the Universal Film Manufacturing Company in New York. The new Company consisted of the former IMP and five other Motion Picture Companies. With studios operating on both coasts, Laemmle decided to centralise all his operations, and ordered his manager, Isadore Bernstein, to buy more property in the Los Angeles area. For $165,000 in March 1914, Bernstein chose a 230-acre ranch. This site was to become "the entertainment center of the world" - Universal City.
4. Which is India's largest amusement park? a) Nishiland b) Esselworld c) Appughar
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Wrong! The correct answer is Esselworld. Pan India Paryatan Ltd is the company that owns Esselworld. Situated on a sprawling complex of 64 acres on the coastal Gorai village in northwest Mumbai, Esselworld is a refreshing getaway to a whole new world of excitement and fun. Appu Ghar, India's 1st amusement park, is housed in New Delhi's Pragati Maidan. It was inaugurated on November, 19, 1984, by the then Prime Minister, Late Rajiv Gandhi, on the occasion of the birthday of Indira Gandhi.
Correct! Pan India Paryatan Ltd is the company that owns Esselworld. Situated on a sprawling complex of 64 acres on the coastal Gorai village in northwest Mumbai, Esselworld is a refreshing getaway to a whole new world of excitement and fun. Appu Ghar, India's 1st amusement park, is housed in New Delhi's Pragati Maidan. It was inaugurated on November, 19, 1984, by the then Prime Minister, Late Rajiv Gandhi, on the occasion of the birthday of Indira Gandhi.
5. The Nicco Group has a theme park in which city? a) Kolkata b) Mumbai c) Chennai
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Wrong! The correct answer is Kolkata. Established in 1942, the $125-million Nicco Group is a widely respected Indian industrial powerhouse. Nicco Parks and Resorts Limited located in Kolkata is spread over 40 acres of land and was incorporated on March 17 1989 as a joint sector company with Nicco Corporation and the Government of West Bengal. The park, setup with technical advice from Blackpool Leisure and Amusement Consultancy Ltd, UK, was inaugurated on October 11, 1991.
Correct! Established in 1942, the $125-million Nicco Group is a widely respected Indian industrial powerhouse. Nicco Parks and Resorts Limited located in Kolkata is spread over 40 acres of land and was incorporated on March 17 1989 as a joint sector company with Nicco Corporation and the Government of West Bengal. The park, setup with technical advice from Blackpool Leisure and Amusement Consultancy Ltd, UK, was inaugurated on October 11, 1991.
