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Theme parks can be a lot of fun, and almost every one
of them in the world is family-friendly, like Disneyland.
You know, a place where kids can go up to their favorite
cartoon characters, and heroes.
But in a world so seriously strange,
people are always trying to make the next
big thing that will freak people out.
And the theme parks on this list are just that.
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Here are the ten weirdest theme parks
you won't believe exist.
Number ten is the Haw Par Villa in Singapore.
People used to go to amusement parks to be, well, amused.
Thrilling rides and colorful, happy characters
are exactly what we expect to encounter when we visit one.
But for many who visit the Haw Par Villa in Singapore,
they get something else.
Initially built in 1937 as a way to teach
traditional Chinese values through legends and myths,
the park features over one thousand statues,
many of which depict gruesome scenes within
Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian folklore.
There's even a warning that parental discretion is advised
before entering the ten courts of hell due to the imagery.
Walking along the laid-out path,
visitors will find severed heads on spikes,
legs and arms impaled on knives in a tree,
and people drowning in molten lava.
"Hey, kids, who wants to go to Disneyland?
(cheering) "Well, you didn't
do the dishes, so we're going to hell park."
Number nine is the Hacienda Napoles in Colombia.
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On December 2nd, 1993, the day after his 44th birthday,
drug kingpin Pablo Escobar was shot and killed
while trying to flee from authorities,
leaving behind a huge estate full of bizarre things.
And if you've ever wished to see those things for yourself,
now you can!
Escobar's estate, known as the Hacienda Napoles,
is located just outside of Medellín, Colombia,
and after being seized by the government, was transformed
into a theme park with a tour that resembles Jurassic Park.
There are even life-size sculptures of dinosaurs
and a large number of hippos on the property.
To enter the park, you must pass under the first plane
that Escobar used to smuggle drugs to the U.S.
Okay, this is actually really cool.
I gotta go here.
The internal complex is a vast museum
dedicated to the drug lord and his associates.
Clearly, the Colombian government is not shying away
from his infamy.
Seriously, though, I do wanna go here.
Who wants to go with me to Colombia?
Who want to go with me?
Number eight is Digger Land in England.
For anyone who enjoyed playing with Tonka trucks
and machinery as a kid, or for those who love
the life-size versions,
there is an amusement park specifically for you.
Digger Land started as a single theme park
in Strood, Kent, England, opening in April of 2000,
but quickly grew.
By April of 2007, there were four different locations
across the country.
At Digger Land, visitors can operate heavy machinery,
like construction vehicles and forklifts,
and ride heavy machinery-styled rides,
such as the Spin Dizzy, a giant excavator with seats
where the scoop would be, and whirls about.
Every park boasts that they have over 20 attractions
and are family friendly, despite the danger associated
with this equipment.
But if you think, "Oh, this is so dumb.
"No one's going here," well, actually,
these parks are so popular,
they crossed the pond and now there's a Digger Land U.S.A.
in West Berlin, New Jersey.
"Hey, Johnny!
"You wanna go to Digger Land this weekend?"
"Can I use the equipment to hide a body?"
"I'm just going to go to Shake Shack, yeah."
Number seven is Memory Village in Haiti.
Okay, in all seriousness, unfortunately racism
is still a problem on our planet today.
But many people still fight against it every day,
including one amusement park in Haiti,
which allows those who want to see what it was like
to be a slave, to actually experience it.
Memory Village was created by Ron and Carla
Bluntschli, and boasted that people could relive
the transatlantic slave trade, participating in events,
such as a day in the African-American's
life after being purchased.
Seriously, you can't make this kinda stuff up.
You can eat what they ate, wear tattered clothing
that they wore, and at the end of the experience,
you get to be part of a rebellion against the slave owners,
before meeting together with other participants,
and engaging in a healing ceremony.
But the craziest thing is that they actually
had the funding for this, but their dreams
were destroyed over land disputes.
You know, Memory Village just sounds so wholesome,
and all the good memories and stuff.
This is a nightmare, no one should do this.
Stay away.
Number six is Ferrari World in the United Arab Emirates.
If driving a Ferrari just isn't enough class for you,
or you just can't afford it, then why not just fly
to Yas Island, in Abu Dhabi, UAE,
and visit the place that's totally dedicated to them.
By the way, that's the best name
for an island ever, Yas Island.
Opened on November 4th, 2010, this park is so classy,
they have valet parking available at the front gate.
Imagine skipping the lines, and letting someone else
park your $500,000 car, while you bring the kids to see,
well, more cars.
The park has multiple rides, featuring either the cars,
or the family behind them.
"This guy invented the Ferrari, I'm gonna ride his back."
There's even a theatrical show about two mechanics,
who dream of being on a pit crew.
But one cool fact about Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi,
is that it's the sight of the world's
fastest roller coaster, the Formula Rossa.
Go ahead and visit it, and ride this thing,
if you like the idea of your face being pulled back.
Oh God, it's so fast.
Number five is Grutas Park, A.K.A Stalin World in Lithuania.
Located in Lithuania, Grutas Park is known by many
by it's unofficial name, Stalin's World.
It's like Wayne's World, but more communist.
The park is home to numerous statues of the Soviet dictator,
Joseph Stalin, and various other art installations,
of other Soviet era sculptures.
It was opened in 2001,
and soon after, added a playground,
and a restaurant to it,
that are both reminiscent of the Soviet era.
"Ah yes, you want coke and hot dog?
"That's nice we decide what you eat."
Sure, there are no rides or mascots
running around the island,
but there is a small zoo, which has ostriches in it.
Of course, that really has nothing to do
with the Soviet occupation,
but hey, ostriches!
Number four is, Shijingshan Amusement Park In China.
When athletes triumph, a common interview question is,
"What are you going to do next?"
And, often the reply is,
"I'm going to Disneyland."
Well, if you happen to live in Beijing, China,
and that seems like too much of a trek,
then maybe try the Shijingshan Amusement park, instead.
Opened on September 28th, 1986,
the park has been given the nickname, Fake Disney.
There, you'll find all of your favorite characters,
including Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy,
albeit with some small alterations.
You can even find replicas of Cinderella's castle
from the Magic Kingdom and Earth One from Epcot.
Though they blatantly infringe on Disney's copyrights,
the park claims they haven't.
Yet, for decades their slogan has been,
"Disney is too far to go.
"Please come to Shijingshan."
Yes, because I've always wanted to see
Dwanald Duck and Gwarfy.
"Garsh."
Number three is, The Children's Republic in Argentina.
Lots of amusement parks claim that
while visiting, kids can be kids.
But, only one says that kids can be adults.
Officially opened on November 26th, 1951,
The Republic Of The Children is a strange park
in La Plata, Argentina, that attempts to educate youth
on how democracy works and how cities are run.
While there, children can run around
checking out kid-sized versions of buildings
such as a church, a theater, an airport,
hotels, restaurants, a courthouse,
and even the town's own parliament building.
Kids can see what it's like to get a loan,
elect people into office, and other "fun" activities.
"Forget meeting Mickey Mouse, Mom.
"I want to apply for insurance."
Number two is Harmony Land in Japan.
If you've ever found yourself staring at
a Hello Kitty lunchbox and fantasized of a way
to visit the world of the cartoon cats,
then your jaws about to hit the floor.
Because that world exists, and not just in your dreams.
Harmony Land is a theme park located in Japan,
that will drench you in the cutesy world of Hello Kitty.
With roller coasters, parades, and a train ride,
and dozens of costumed characters to interact with.
There are even themed restaurants,
including one that makes you feel like
you're eating in the forest, and daily shows
involving the adorable characters.
While fans of the cartoon kittens will be overwhelmed,
and overjoyed by all of the references
and attention to detail, those who aren't fans who go there,
will quickly be ready to say, "Goodbye, Kitty."
And, number one is, Bonbon Land in Denmark.
Located just 100 kilometers outside of Copenhagen,
in the town of Holmsgaard on the island of Zealand, Denmark,
Bonbon Land has been described by some
as wacky and cute, while others called it
disgusting and disturbing.
The reason for this difference of opinion
likely comes from whether or not
the reviewer enjoys statues of rats vomitting
and seagulls going number two on alligators.
Yep.
Bonbon Land, was created my Michael Spangsberg,
a Danish candy maker, as a way to promote
his business, in 1992.
The 34 acre amusement park features 65 rides,
including the farting dog roller coaster.
Though it's advertised as a place for children,
many avoid bringing their kids there
due to the excessive toilet humor
and very suggestive adult themes,
including senseless nudity of cartoon characters.
Seriously, they got enough of that online.
Not that I've ever looked it up,
but I'm just saying, I have stumbled across things,
and I'll never look at The Simpson's the same.
So, those are the 10 weirdest theme parks
that you probably still don't believe exist.
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