What If at Epcot’s World Showcase: India
There have been many discussions about the countries that did not make it into the World Showcase of Epcot. I have heard many podcasts and read many great articles about what countries the Imagineers had planned to use to upgrade World Showcase. Argentina, Australia, South Africa and many more.
What would it be like if WDW Imagineering had decided they liked India? People of Indian descent are a big part of our communities. We don’t know a lot about their country and there seems to be a big draw for Indian food since there tend to be a couple of Indian restaurants in every town. Let’s find out with this announcement from Melissa Valiquette:
“Walt Disney World would like to welcome our newest country to the Crown of Jewels that is our World Showcase area of Epcot. With Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Italy, Japan, America, Morocco, France, United Kingdom, and Canada, we are happy and proud to introduce our newest World Showcase Country: India. India calls to mind the wonderful people and culture of its land, the exotic jungles, mountainous landscapes and its mysterious and beautiful animals.
As you walk through this newest of Epcot’s pavilions you will experience the wonder and beauty of India all around you. As you explore you will find a new state of the art 3Dx3D attraction, two incredible new Indian themed restaurants and shopping opportunities from all parts of India.
The WDW Imagineers have out-done themselves with the first ever use of 3Dx3D. Adventures of India will have you travel to middle India on a photographic Tiger Hunt. Try to get the best picture as you explore through the thick grasslands experiencing the wildlife of India thru audio, video and 3Dx3D technology. Mid-way thru your journey a couple of old friends from Walt Disney’s The Jungle Book, Baloo, and Bagheera, make sure you see the very best of India and its wildlife. We are also happy to announce the Bollywood Beats stage show will be relocating to our Wonderful India Pavilion, here at Epcot.
After building up an appetite on the Adventures of India ride, come and join us in the Bukhara Mahal our new 5 star Table Service restaurant offering the finest cuisine of all regions of India. Its wonderful indoor/outdoor dining areas are complemented by beautiful tile work and fountains with exceptional service. If you’re in the mind for a lighter snack, then stop and eat at Louie’s Grill, our newest counter service restaurant serving a smaller menu full of quality.
And before leaving India, you must stop at one of the two gift stores where you are promised to find many treasures from India. We are very proud of the job we have done on this new Pavilion, we know you will enjoy it to. Thank you.”
I love the world of what if. What do you think? What would work out in that ‘Africa’ corner of Epcot? Stay tuned to this media outlet for more details about our new Indian pavilion and it’s offerings. (wink,wink)
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