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Roller Coaster Day
"On the edge of fear and flight,
A scream, a laugh, a thrilling height,
Twists and turns, the world spins fast,
A moment's breath, then it's past."
~ The Rollercoaster, Annabel Innes
Hold on to your kilt and make sure that kilt-pin is secure, thrill-seekers! If you visit Hansa Park in Germany dressed in this vibrant purple and green tartan, you’ll blend right in with the iconic "Nessie" roller coaster—a highlight of the park’s "Beautiful Britain" area. The park commissioned this tartan to capture the spirit of Scotland, using shades of thistle and heather purples, lavenders, pinks, and greens to echo the blooming hills and landscapes of the Highlands. The bold green stripe is a tribute to the Loch Ness monster, lovingly known as "Nessie." The Nessie Roller Coaster, a classic Schwarzkopf Looping Star with a single vertical loop, winds through the park, delivering excitement and scenic views of the faux castles, and Scottish and British-themed shops and eateries. Roller coasters, with their origins in 18th-century Russia, began with wooden slides covered in ice. Today you can brave the world’s tallest roller coaster, Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey, USA, standing at a staggering height of 456 feet (139 meters) Wheeeeeeee! 💜💚 💜 🇩🇪 🎢 🐉
The history of roller coasters dates back to the 17th century in Russia, where icy slopes called “Russian Mountains” became a popular form of entertainment. These early rides involved wooden ramps covered with ice, down which riders would slide on sleds or blocks of ice, reaching speeds of up to 50 mph. By the late 1700s, the concept spread to France, where warmer climates led to adaptations, including waxed tracks and wheeled sleds. This innovation led to the first true roller coaster, the "Promenades Aériennes" in Paris, which opened in 1817, featuring carriages securely attached to tracks.
The evolution of roller coasters took a major leap in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the development of gravity-powered rides in the United States. The first modern roller coaster, the "Switchback Railway," was built at Coney Island, New York, in 1884, designed by LaMarcus Thompson. This ride was simple, featuring a gentle incline and reaching only about 6 mph, but it sparked a roller coaster craze. Advances in technology, such as the introduction of up-stop wheels and steel track designs, allowed for faster, more complex rides. By the mid-20th century, roller coasters had become a staple of amusement parks worldwide, leading to today’s sophisticated, high-speed coasters that deliver thrilling experiences with loops, corkscrews, and drops that defy gravity.
Take a virtual ride on Nessie by clicking the fantasy graphic!