World’s first Dragon Ball theme park announced

The Qiddiya Investment Company and Toei Animation announced today the world’s first Dragon Ball theme park to be built in Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia.

The upcoming 500,000-square-meter theme park will feature seven themed lands from the iconic series, along with 30 themed rides, 5 major attractions, in additions to hotels and restaurants. Among the attractions, a 70-meter Shenron rollercoaster.

Video and screenshots of the concept art of the upcoming theme park were shared by both companies.

The announcement comes a few weeks after the passing of Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama on March 1, but announced on March 8 in Japan.

Check out the trailer and concept art.

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