FANS are getting a sneak peak inside the new Harry Potter theme park at Warner Bros. World.
Potterheads will be able to immerse themselves into the world of Hogwarts within three magical lands.
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In a teaser video, Warner Bros. has revealed what awaits fans in its upcoming Harry Potter theme park in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
The caption read: “It’s official! Hogwarts Castle, Diagon Alley and the Forbidden Forest are coming to @wbworldyasisland, Abu Dhabi. BackToHogwarts.”
For fans of the series, it’s believed that Mr Weasley’s car – the Ford Anglia – will form part of the new attraction.
Reports suggest that the ride will simulate scenes from the franchise when it soars over the English countryside.
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It could follow the Hogwarts Express steam train, battle the Whomping Willow and face the giant spiders in the Forbidden Forest.
Previous reports suggest it will have its own Diagon Alley and Hogwarts castle.
According to Gulf News, the project is estimated to cost somewhere between $545 million and $816 million (£600million).
The Yas Island Theme Park first announced that it was adding a Harry Potter-themed land in 2022 and it’s expected to open in 2029.
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The Harry Potter development will be the first of its kind in the Middle East.
The Harry Potter land will be entirely indoors so it can be used throughout the year – even in the summertime when temperatures soar above 45C.
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With it being indoors, visitors can expect some immersive-looking scenery from the world of Harry Potter.
The land is part of the Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi which is the world’s second largest indoor theme park which has a total of 29 rides.
Currently it has six themed lands such as Bedrock where visitors can explore the Flintstones Bedrock River Adventure.
Gotham City is home to Batman and the Joker attractions, Metropolis has DC characters, Cartoon Junction has rides inspired by Tom and Jerry and Scooby Doo.
Other themed areas include Dynamite Gulch and Warner Bros. Plaza.