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Busch Gardens Europe
Williamsburg, Virginia

     Busch Gardens in Virginia opened as Busch Gardens: The Old Country in May 1975.  Its name changed to Busch Gardens Williamsburg in 1992 and to Busch Gardens Europe in 2006.   The park is currently divided into six lands representing countries of 17th-century Europe.  It is often voted as the "Most Beautiful Theme Park" thanks to its lovely design and gorgeous landscaping.  In addition to the great coasters, the park has entertaining shows and plenty of places to eat.  Some of its previous coasters include:


Alpengeist
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Apollo's Chariot
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Big Bad Wolf
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Loch Ness Monster
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Wild Maus (formerly Izzy)
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Drachen Fire
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Griffon
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Grover's Alpine Express
Busch Gardens Announces Name for New Sesame Street Attraction
This Zierer Force 190 model opened in April 2009.

Verbolten
This custom Zierer ride has a LIM launch, an indoor show area, and a section where the train and the track frefall about 15 feet!

I hope to return to Williamsburg in late 2012, so check back later this year for more pictures!


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