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Shanghai Disneyland details announced to include TRON Lightcycle ride, Star Wars, Marvel among new lands, attractions

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A life-sized dinosaur animatronic roars at guests as their immersive ride vehicle navigates through a dark, rocky cavern on a Jurassic adventure at Shanghai Disneyland.

Disney has finally revealed a first full look at the new lands, attractions, and shows that will fill Shanghai Disneyland when it opens in spring 2016.

This new park will arguably be the most unique in the world, embracing local Chinese culture while debuting brand new experience seen nowhere else.

Disney chairman and CEO Bob Iger unveiled the new details on Shanghai Disney Resort tonight, outlining plans for six themed lands: Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, Treasure Cove, Adventure Isle, Mickey Avenue, and Gardens of Imagination.

Disney executive in a suit smiles proudly behind a meticulously crafted model of the iconic Shanghai Disneyland castle, surrounded by lush plants and vibrant flowers that capture the park’s magical atmosphere.

Vibrant illustrated map of Shanghai Disneyland showcasing fan-favorite attractions like the TRON Lightcycle Power Run, with Enchanted Storybook Castle standing tall at the heart of the park.

Shanghai Disneyland illuminated at night, surrounded by shimmering water and lush greenery, with the TRON Lightcycle Power Run glowing as the centerpiece among the park’s vibrant attractions.

Mickey Avenue will be the character-inspired entry to the park featuring plenty of photo ops and shopping.

Miniature model of Shanghai Disneyland’s grand entrance, featuring the iconic clock tower, sweeping arches, and landscaped trees, as seen from above—a preview of the magical gateway where guests begin their journey to TRON Lightcycle Power Run and Star Wars: Tomorrowland attractions.

Vibrant candy shop and whimsical buildings bustle with guests, bright balloons, and beloved Disney characters in festive costumes, all set amid the lively atmosphere of Shanghai Disneyland.

Gardens of Imagination will include Fantasia Carousel, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, live entertainmet, and “Ignite the Dream, a Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light” fireworks as well as a parade called “Mickey’s Storybook Express.”

Guests of all ages enjoy the whirl of the carousel and clutch vibrant balloons beneath the dazzling lights of Shanghai Disneyland at night, where the thrilling TRON Lightcycle Power Run and enchanting Disney atmosphere make for an unforgettable amusement park experience.

Tomorrowland will feature two main attractions, TRON Lightcycle Power Run and Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue.

Illuminated, ultra-modern buildings with sweeping curved roofs and dazzling neon lights create a breathtaking skyline within Shanghai Disneyland at dusk. Surrounded by lush trees and excited visitors, the scene captures all the anticipation of groundbreaking attractions like TRON Lightcycle Run.

TRON Lightcycle-inspired motorcycle with glowing wheels on display, surrounded by blue neon lights in a sci-fi room evoking the immersive atmosphere of Shanghai Disneyland’s futuristic attractions.

TRON Lightcycles gleam with blue neon in a dark, immersive TRON-inspired environment, capturing the high-tech excitement of Disney theme park attractions.

A TRON Lightcycle zooms along a neon track, its rider outfitted in glowing futuristic gear, leaving a vibrant blue light trail that captures the exhilarating atmosphere and cutting-edge excitement found at Shanghai Disneyland’s TRON attraction.

TRON Lightcycle Power Run will be a new coaster-style ride where guests will zip through the grid on two-wheeled Lightcycles.

Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue will be a ride placing guests soaring in the sky via “Jet Packs.”

Nearby Tomorrowland will be two experiences created especially for Shanghai Disneyland – Star Wars Launch Bay and Marvel Universe.

Star Wars Launch Bay will include set pieces, props and memorabilia from Star Wars: The Force Awakens along with characters.

In Marvel Universe, guests attend a multimedia mission briefing on the world of Marvel, get up-close with some popular Marvel Super Heroes and take on the role of comic book artist as they learn to draw some favorite characters.

Adventure Isle is a new take on Adventureland, featuring the Roaring Mountain, Camp Discovery, Soaring over the Horizon, and Roaring Rapids which will feature a massive alligator-like creature.

Fantasyland will feature Enchanted Storybook Castle, Voyage to the Crystal Grotto, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Peter Pan’s Flight rides as well as a chance to wander the Hundred Acre Wood with Winnie the Pooh and explore a Wonderland maze.

Treasure Cove will be an entire land themed to Pirates of the Caribbean, including the new high-tech Battle of Sunken Treasure ride. Also included in the land will be a chance to board a pirate ship, boat on Explorer Canoes, and eat at Barbossa’s Bounty.

Shanghai Disney Resort, part of the Shanghai International Tourism and Resorts Zone, is a complete vacation destination and at opening will include:

Shanghai Disney Resort will also feature Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and Toy Story Hotel along with Disneytown, an international shopping, dining and entertainment district including the Walt Disney Grand Theatre, home to the first-ever Mandarin production of the Broadway hit Disney’s THE LION KING.

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