Construction has started on the world’s largest Legoland Resort, a $1bn Lego-themed attraction located in China’s Shenzhen.
The attraction is located on the Dapeng Peninsula, Legoland Shenzhen Resort will cover an area of around 580,000sq m and will be the Greater Bay Area’s first international IP-based theme park resort.
Legoland Shenzhen will be operated by Merlin Entertainments, with Hazens Holdings as its local partner. The project is expected to cost more than $1bn and will be due to launch in 2024. The resort will feature a total of nine themed areas and more than 100 interactive rides, shows and attractions. The resort will also include the world’s largest Legoland Water Park and three Lego-themed hotels.
Nick Varney, Chief Executive of Merlin, commented: “We have already had great success with our immersive Legoland attractions around the world and look forward to working with our partners to make the Shenzhen resort a reality.” He continues that the resort will be a “must-see destination for millions of families looking to experience the magic of Lego in China.”
