FUNFAIRS PARKS

  The concept of funfair was much popular in the ancient times as it was the big source of
entertainment. Funfairs were set in big and small cities temporarily. Funfairs had various attractions
for people of all age groups. They are also known as carnivals or melas.

A funfair hosts different types of joyrides such as merry go round, swings, giant wheels etc. The main
charms of the funfair are the food stalls. Food items of many states and countries attract people.
Funfairs have many other attractions like shooting games, throwing rings, talent shows, etc. Clowns
also entertain people by their funny actions.

In funfairs, various shows are conducted to entertain the public. These are either done by making
animals do various amazing acts. Some dangerous performances by trapeze artists enthral the
audience. Puppet shows are very popular with children and adults alike. There are many fancy items
and handicrafts on sale from all over the country.

Funfairs are a very cheap source of entertainment. They also reflect part of our culture. These
funfairs have been now commercialized and revamped. These have taken the face of amusement
parks which more or less function on the similar lines. The difference is that amusement parks are
usually in big cities and are hi-tech. They are also very expensive and out of reach for many.

AMUSEMENT PARKS
Amusement parks have become popular and a good attraction for family outings. These are more
safe and hygienic. These amusement parks are set up permanently unlike funfairs which travelled
from place to place. Theme parks such as Disneyland and Universal Studios are the most
popular amusement parks of the world.

Apart from the various attractions, these parks have rides for children and adults. These parks
require extensive planning. Every detail of entertaining with safety is kept in mind. New concepts are
experimented with which proves to be a benchmark in the entertainment industry. This also
symbolizes the advancement in technology.

Usually, amusement parks are divided into various parts according to themes like the Toyland, the
Adventureland, the Land of Tomorrow, Fantasyland, Hollywood, etc. Joyrides are the most popular
attractions in an amusement park. There are various rides like a roller-coaster ride, merry go round,
Flying Elephant, Snow White’s Scary Adventures, Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel and Mad Tea Party.
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Amusement parks also host few amazing shows of various types like light and sound shows, laser
light shows, etc. There are special 3D and 4D movie theatres which give visitors a new experience.
With gaining popularity, these amusement parks are spreading to all the parts of the world.

Water parks are very popular in our country. Visitors love to dive into the deep waters or slide down
the twisted slides. Many water parks also have rain dance parties. Sadly visiting amusement parks
are becoming a status symbol with the rich and modern societies. We have forgotten the simple
pleasures of puppet shows or traditional music and dance in the funfairs.

These art forms are now dying in the wake of such hi-tech amusement parks. Families in smaller
cities are seeking more economic forms of leisure. Funfairs and amusement parks hold a special
place in our lives and everybody in this world desires to visit them at least once in their lifetime.