Harry Potter theme park coming to Orlando, Florida in 2009

Courtesy of Universal Orlando

Millions of fans around the world who dream about visiting the magical world of Harry Potter will soon have their wish. Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. and Universal Orlando Resort announced their plan to create the world's first Harry Potter theme park based on the bestselling books by J.K. Rowling.

The park, called The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, is scheduled to open in 2009 in Orlando, Florida. The Harry Potter themed land will recreate some of the most famous locations, including the Hogwarts castle, the village of Hogsmeade, and the Forbidden Forest.

Kids and grown-ups alike will be able to immerse themselves in rides, shops, restaurants and interactive attractions at the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida.

For more details, visit the Universal Orlando resort's web site www.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/.

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