Universal Studios Hong Kong

Universal Studios Hong Kong, is a theme park located in Penny's Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong right next to Hong Kong Disneyland Theme Park. the park's theme is the entertainment industry, in particular movies and television. Universal Studios Hong Kong inspires its guests to "ride the movies", and it features numerous attractions and live shows.

Park design
Universal Studios Hong Kong features nine themed areas all situated around a large lagoon. this lagoon was the site of Universal 360: 100 Years of Movie Memories, a thematic display that showcased scenes from various Universal films, featuring lasers, projectors and fountains, and pyrotechnics.

The nine surrounding themed areas, clockwise from the entrance are Hollywood, Production Central, New York, The Lost World, Nintendo Universe, Universal Studios Wonderland, Hogsmeade, Diagon Alley & Nickelodeon Studios, Each area features a combination of rides, shows, attractions, character appearances, dining outlets and merchandise stores.

Hollywood
Hollywood is the main entrance area of the park. Its only attraction, a broadway-style theatre, is accompanied by several restaurants and a variety of flagship shops. Being a replica of the Hollywood Boulevard, this zone is flanked by dynamic architecture and palm trees. It also features a replica of the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame. Special character appearances include: Frankenstein's Monster, Woody Woodpecker, Winnie Woodpecker, Marilyn Monroe, Charlie Chaplin, Beetlejuice, Betty Boop and the Minions from Despicable Me.

New York
New York is based on the original New York City, during the era of post-modernisation. This zone features various icons commonly portrayed in movies including the city skyline, neon lights, facades, and sidewalks. This zone also has a replica of the famous New York Public Library with two lion statues at its entrance. Special Sesame Street character appearances include: Elmo, Big Bird, Abby Cadabby, Bert, Ernie, Grover, Cookie Monster and Oscar the Grouch.