Located at Mexico's World Showcase, you'll learn about this beautiful tradition of honoring those who have passed. Mexico's Day of the Dead was brought to life by the colorful film "Coco," but long before the movie, Epcot honored the celebration of the dead in this folk art gallery. The exhibit highlights real-life characters along with those of fictional lore, which includes Odin, Loki and Thor of the Disney-owned Marvel series. In Norway's World Showcase, discover the stories and history of Vikings. Nigel Channing (played by Eric Idle for Monty Python fans) to learn about the five senses in a fun and imaginative ride found in Future World. Travel in the dark through the whimsical labs of Dr. Soarin' Around the World is a slow-moving ride soaring above some of the most iconic architecture and landscapes across the globe in a 180-degree, 80-foot IMAX projection dome. Soarin' Around the WorldĪges: Anyone who meets height requirementsįrom films to boat rides to a chance to take in the world from a bird's eye view, there are a few rides in Epcot, although they serve as a way to educate and further your knowledge. The 18-minute "festival" utilizes 3D glasses and special effects. In this attraction found in Future World, you can see three short films by Pixar. If you're a Disney fan, you have most likely seen all of the Pixar films as well. Rather, it is a 10-minute IMAX-style movie showcasing images of beauty from around the globe. The icon of Epcot is this illuminated silver orb and - yes! - you can go inside.Īlas, it isn't a ride. The theater, Palais du Cinema, also features six exhibits of French costumes, music and artwork. What's better than watching a movie? Singing along with one! Within the France World Showcase is a French theater that plays a 15-minute "Beauty and the Beast" film of your favorite songs from the film, so you and the entire audience can sing along. The structure featured in Canada is made to resemble Quebec City's Chateau du Frontenac, the most iconic building in the city. When visiting the Canadian portion of Epcot's World Showcase, you can see the splendor of its landscape and cities in this 360-degree Circle-Vision film, a 12-minute showcase that debuted on Jan. While cool, this isn't why you're visiting Epcot. Sure, in the American World Showcase, you'll uncover the traditions and culture of the American Indians who first occupied the land that is now the United States. So, of all the countries in the world, we're a bit confused as to why America is one of the chosen 11 when the theme park is already in America. American Heritage GalleryĮpcot's main feature is its World Showcase, which brings 11 countries - Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Italy, America, Japan, Morocco, France, the United Kingdom and Canada - to Orlando to give you a taste of multiple cultures. If you don't have a ton of time here, it's definitely one you can skip. While that sounds great, the "experience" is essentially a marketing stunt for the theme park. Walt Disney Imagineering Presents the Epcot ExperienceĪlthough Walt Disney passed away before Epcot was opened, he wanted it to "always be in a state of becoming." You can witness the future in this special exhibit of interactive experiences that focus on innovation, evolution and energy. Just what will you find inside? Follow along for a look and ranking of all 26 Epcot rides and attractions, based on reviews and thrills. In a way, Epcot is Disney's interactive science museum, yet it also features its World Showcase, where you can visit different countries without the need for a passport. This park is all about inspiration and learning. That's exactly what Disney wants you to feel when you leave behind the rides at Magic Kingdom and experience the resort's second theme park, which opened in Orlando, Florida, in 1982. It's difficult not to be allured by Disney's Epcot, with its beckoning geodesic sphere. It's difficult not to be allured by Disney's Epcot, with its beckoning geodesic sphere and entertaining rides and attractions.
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