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Harry Potter-themed land to launch at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi

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Fans of the franchise will find themselves in iconic locations from the Wizarding World.

Miral has announced a new Harry Potter-themed land for Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, a first in the Middle East.

Fans of the franchise will find themselves in iconic locations from the Wizarding World when the attraction launches. Miral will announce an opening date in the future.

The expansive new land will join six existing zones in Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. These are Warner Bros. Plaza, Bedrock, Dynamite Gulch, Cartoon Junction, Gotham City and Metropolis.

Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, chairman of Miral, said the company is “excited to be bringing this spellbinding first to the Middle East and the world in the future”.

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“This is yet another testament to our commitment to continue to position Yas Island as a top global destination for entertainment and leisure, and a great addition to Abu Dhabi’s tourism offerings, contributing to the growth and economic diversification of the emirate.”

“The Wizarding World offers something for fans of every age to enjoy,” added Pam Lifford, president of global brands and experiences at Warner Bros. Discovery.

The Harry Potter books and films “continue to captivate and inspire hundreds of millions of fans around the world”, said Lifford.

“Together with our lands at Universal parks, this will add a wholly new and spectacular destination for fans to immerse themselves in.”

Middle East’s first Harry Potter land

The Harry Potter film franchise is based on J.K. Rowling‘s best-selling book series, which has sold more than 600 million copies worldwide. Harry Potter lends its intellectual property (IP) to many magical attractions.

These include a flagship Harry Potter store in New York, Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience, Harry Potter: The Exhibition, and Warner Bros. Studio Tours.

Miral, a leading developer of immersive attractions and experiences, has a portfolio of projects under construction worth more than $3.4bn on Yas Island and in Abu Dhabi.

Images: Miral / Warner Bros.

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Bea is a journalist specialising in entertainment, attractions and tech with 10 years' experience. She has written and edited for publications including CNET, BuzzFeed, Digital Spy, Evening Standard and BBC. Bea graduated from King's College London and has an MA in journalism.

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