masterofmystery | 11-06-2017 05:07 PM | First look at Universal Orlando Resort's demolished Dragon Challenge for new coaster The first glimpse of the now-removed Dragon Challenge ride at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort was revealed over the weekend. The newly-emptied land will make way to a third installment of the Harry Potter theme park expansion, set to open sometime in 2019. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Excavation in progress at former Dragon Challenge site. <a href="https://t.co/Jt0JJIGrcg">pic.twitter.com/Jt0JJIGrcg</a></p>— bioreconstruct (@bioreconstruct) <a href="https://twitter.com/bioreconstruct/status/926840034900238340?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 4, 2017</a></blockquote>
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Fans can see from the photos that the demolished land stands right next to Hogsmeade station and the Hogwarts Express, and across from Hogsmeade village. For more information on the new coaster coming in 2019, rumored to be a Forbidden Forest expansion, read below. Quote: - This all-new thrill ride will take you deeper into J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, where you will encounter some of your favorite characters and creatures. It’ll be unlike anything we’ve ever done before and it will be fun for the entire family.
- The new attraction will be one of the most highly-themed coaster experiences we’ve created. It will combine a new level of storytelling with an action-packed adventure…and a few surprises along the way.
- Our award-winning Universal Creative team is once again collaborating with Warner Bros. and the production design team from the Harry Potter films to bring this new coaster experience to life.
- This ride is going to redefine the category and transport you to thrilling places, drawing you into even more exciting adventures within the wizarding world. It’s going to be the perfect addition to Hogsmeade.
| For now, Harry Potter buffs can explore the new Christmas at the Wizarding World festivities beginning November 18th, which SnitchSeeker will be covering live from Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort. Soon after will be the fifth annual A Celebration of Harry Potter, tickets for which are still available here. |