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Camp Minnie -
Mickey
 
The landscape, culture,
history, creatures and architecture of some of Asias most exotic and intriguing
countries are found in Animal Kingdoms newest land. Lush vegetation, crumbling ruins
and mysterious temples were borrowed from countries such as Nepal, Mongolia, Indonesia,
Cambodia, Thailand and India, to form the cultural melting pot that is the mythical
kingdom of Anandapur. Disney used many nations that were not culturally specific, as
opposed to one actual country, in the birth of Anandapur, which means "place of all
delights". According to the "Disney history" of Anadapur, it was
established in 1544 as a royal hunting reserve. A village evolved from this base and
thrived, while the reserve has found itself in a state of ruin and decay. The
"current" royal family converted the crumbling reserve into its current state as
a conservation area. As you explore this enchanting land,
you can hear the clack of the bamboo as the wind rattles through the forest. See the Tiger
Tree, decorated with scarves, garlands and bells as a tribute to the spirits for wishes
and prayers that have been granted. The cement walkways are imprinted with leaves and palm
fronds and are flanked by bicycles, rickshaws and other interesting transportation
options. With the two 50-foot monument pillars in the background, bamboo scaffolding
surrounds two structures as part of a restoration project, and has become home to 2
families of gibbons. The Siamangs have strong family bonds and perform their playful
gymnastics to the delight of the entertained audience. The white-cheeked gibbons, whose
hoots can be heard throughout the land, inhabit the second pillar.
Bird lovers will be enchanted by the graceful, soaring birds in
the Flights of Wonder performances. Visitors to the Kali River Rapids will be enlightened
to the devastating effects that illegal logging operations are having on the rainforest,
as they travel the churning waters of the rapids. Meander along the pathways of the
Maharajah Jungle Trek and see some of Asias most exotic creatures.
Hungry guests can snack on the chicken satay and roasted corn that
are available from a roadside stand. The colourful Anandapur Ice Cream truck serves frozen
treats in addition to smoothies and floats. On hot days, cold drinks are found at
Drinkwallah.
At Mandala Gifts, youll find such Asian treasures as stuffed
tigers, strings of melodious bells, jewellery, masks and tiger apparel. |
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