China Pavilion at Epcot
| China Pavilion | |
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| Status | Operating |
| Opening date | October 1, 1982 |
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| Attraction type | Themed Pavilion |
| Theme | Ancient Chinese city |
The China Pavilion is a Chinese-themed pavilion that is part of the World Showcase within Epcot at Walt Disney World in Bay Lake, Florida, United States. Its location is between the Norway and Germany pavilions.[1]
Layout
Visitors enter the China Pavilion through a large Chinese gate. The courtyard is dominated by a replica of the Temple of Heaven, which contains the entrance to "Reflections of China", a Circle-Vision 360° movie exploring China's history and scenery, as well as a museum containing several ancient Chinese artifacts. The courtyard is bordered by shops selling Chinese merchandise, and two Chinese restaurants.[2] The pavilion is decorated with ponds, crossed by bridges. Chinese acrobats also perform frequently in the pavilion.[3]
The pavilion served as the backdrop for the music video of the song "
Attractions and services
Attractions
- EPCOT World Showcase Adventure
- DuckTales World Showcase Adventure (2022-Present)
- Circle-Vision 360°:
- Reflections of China (2003-Present)
Future Attractions
- Circle-Vision 360°:
- Wondrous China (Opening in TBD)
Former Attractions
- Circle-Vision 360°:
- Wonders of China (1982-2003)
- EPCOT World Showcase Adventure
- Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure (2009 - 2012)
- Agent P World Showcase Adventure (2012 - 2020)
Shopping
- Good Fortune Gifts, sells a variety of items including parasols, puppets, toys and hats.
- House of Good Fortune, sells items such as housewares, tea sets, wall prints, silk robes, and porcelain goods.
Dining
- Nine Dragons Restaurant, a full-service gourmet Chinese restaurant featuring traditional Chinese cuisine with a twist.
- Lotus Blossom Cafe, a counter-service restaurant that serves well-known American-Chinese dishes.
Live entertainment
- Dragon Legend Acrobats, a team of young acrobats who perform feats in the outdoor courtyard.
Characters
Gallery
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Pagoda with lions in the front -
Temple of Heaven -
China Pavilion Dome
References
- ^ China in Epcot. All Ears. Accessed March 31, 2012.
- ^ "360 Degrees of China". Today at Disney. May 22, 2016. Archived from the original on October 11, 2016. Retrieved June 21, 2016.
- ^ China - Epcot World Showcase. WDW Info. Accessed March 31, 2012.
- ^ B, Erin (July 16, 2013). "Epcot World Showcase Best Kept Secrets – China". Chip & Company. Retrieved December 29, 2017.
External links
- Walt Disney World Resort - Reflections of China
- Walt Disney World Resort - Nine Dragons Restaurant
- China Pavilion Photo Gallery
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