Temples and cathedrals in Greater Orlando

Q: In what architectural style were the famous castles built in Orlando parks and who designed them?

Cinderella’s castle in Magic Kingdom is made in a neo-Gothic style inspired by the Bavarian Neuschwanstein, and its concept was developed by Herbert Riemann, one of the Disney Imaginators. ‘Hogwarts’ in Universal combines Victorian Gothic and medieval elements – a team led by Alan Gilmour worked on its design. Both structures use "forced perspective" to create an illusion of height.

Q: Where to go in Orlando with kids other than Disneyland?

Children will be impressed by SeaWorld Orlando with the Orca Show and the Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin Aquarium, which recreates the South Pole ecosystem. LEGOLAND Florida features scale models of 50 million cubes, including a replica of the US Capitol. The Orlando Science Center offers interactive exhibits about the cosmos and dinosaurs.

Q: Where in Orlando to take the most atmospheric photos?

Unique footage will appear on the “Carousel of Progress” at the “Magic Kingdom” – its vintage mechanisms are preserved from the New York World Exhibition in 1964. Surreal photos are possible in the "Arthur Hall" of the Disney Grand Florida Hotel, where a chandelier from the First World War hangs. The view of the night city from the 400-meter 'ICON Orlando' - a modern Ferris wheel - has become a visiting card of Instagram.

Q: What little-known historical places of Orlando is worth seeing for lovers of antiquity?

In the area of Thornton Park preserved houses of the 1880s in the style of "Florida cracker" - for example, the "House of Welborne" with the original cypress beams. The Church of St. James Cathedral in 1952 hides stained glass windows by French master Henri Marie-Joseph. Greenwood Cemetery is home to the city’s pioneers, including founder Henry Seldenne, whose grave is marked by a cenotaph in 1890.

Q: What celebrities are the attractions of Orlando associated with?

Hard Rock Cafe houses guitars by Elvis Presley and Kurt Cobain, and Rosen Shingle Creek hosts Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey. Attraction "Rock and roller coaster" in the "Universal" is dedicated to Eminem - his voice sounds in audio. Legendary animator Ward Kimbal, the creator of Cinderella, personally oversaw the opening of Disney World in 1971.

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St. James' Cathedral

St. James Cathedral is located in the central business district of Orlando, and serves as the Roman Catholic diocese of Orlando. H …

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The First United Methodist Church of Orlando

The first United Methodist Church in Orlando was established more than 130 years ago. With the development of the city, the First …

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Mary's Church, Queen of the Universe

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