Port Aventura is a unique theme park. It is located in the city of Salou, an hour's drive from Barcelona (Spain). Here you can find attractions for every taste and for all ages. The park is very popular with tourists; more than 3 million people visit it every year. 2012 was a significant year for the largest park in Spain - Port Aventura. "Shambhala" - this is how the new attraction was named, which impresses with its size and speed. And where is this miracle of engineering located, you ask.
Location of the attraction in the park "Port Aventura"
"Shambhala" is located in a thematic area called China. This is a real stylized city - Chinatown. The roller coaster itself symbolizes the great mountain range - the Himalayas. "Mountain peaks" can be seen from many points of the park "PortAventura". "Shambhala" is located next to the famous "Dragon Kan" slides, which are smaller than themalmost twice. By the way, "Shambhala" is a mythical country, which, according to legend, is located in Tibet.
Records
This attraction is a kind of roller coaster. The new brainchild of the park broke three European records at once. Firstly, "Shambhala" is by far the highest attraction - 76 m. Secondly, the length of its first fall is 78 m. And, finally, it is the fastest among the roller coasters in Europe. On the descent, it reaches speeds of up to 134 km/h.
A unique adventure at PortAventura
"Shambhala" is an impressive speed and height. On this route, 3 trains are launched, each of which has 32 seats. And they can work at the same time. The attraction will give the most fearless visitors a sea of the most thrills. A trip to "Shambhala" can only be compared with the conquest of Chomolungma: the highest peaks, abysses and mountain lakes. The attraction consists of 5 lifts, each of which will give unreal emotions. Just imagine falling at high speed from the height of a seven-story building!!! Moreover, the train rushes into a dark and narrow tunnel!
Beautiful legend
The attraction attracts the attention of tourists not only for its size, but also for its myths. There is a legend in China that a lost paradise is hidden in the mountains of the Himalayas. It is surrounded by high and impregnable mountains. Many travelers tried to find this place, because everyone wanted to know eternal happiness. This place wearsThe name is Shambhala. The management of the park, in turn, provides its visitors with a unique opportunity. Having taken a ride on the Shambhala attraction, you can forget about everything in the world and enjoy the speed and adrenaline. Isn't this happiness?
Construction
The attraction "Shambhala" in "Port Aventura" is the most expensive attraction in the history of the park. Over 25 million euros were spent on its construction. This attraction was designed by the well-known Bollinger company. We managed to find a picture called: "PortAventura. Shambhala. Photo". On it you can see in detail how various parts of one of the pillars were attached.
Conclusion
Do you want a huge adrenaline rush? Then visit the Port Aventura park. "Shambhala" will not leave anyone indifferent!
