It’s that special time of the year again!
The Christmas lights are lined neatly over London’s famous Regents Street and at night they look simply magical. One of the main highlights around this part of town is the amazing Winter Wonderland. Being an annual event lasting for six weeks, it can draw crowds in excess of 2.5 million people. This is an extra special occasion this year as it's the tenth year that this popular event has been running.
The theme park grounds are located in lush Hyde Park. Leaves and twigs were scattered everywhere, though everything looked so peaceful and calm. Entering Winter Wonderland itself is free of charge as the various rides and restaurants are paid for within. Perfect if all you wish to do is gaze upon all the beautiful attractions inside.
There were so many children running about here, there and everywhere. A literal kid’s haven and for one simple reason. The sheer amount of toys and candy on offer! The queues were long and snaking as they were tugging on their parent’s jacket sleeves to drag them to their favourite stand. That was really hilarious to see.
Some stands involved playing traditional fairground games like throwing a ball to knock down all the tin cans, fairground horse raising as well as Bumper Cars. So much fun! Winning prizes could mean carrying around a cuddly bear all day long, lol! I must admit even I was eyeing up one of those big bears on display. It really brought out my inner child.
Something that must be tried when at the park are the delicious Churros sweet snacks on offer. In all honesty, one of the tastiest treats I’ve ever had. They are freshly fried in front you dowsed in sunflower oil and served with a selection of different toppings such a cinnamon sugar or chocolate syrup. Crispy on the outside, but soft and moist on the inside. Pure bliss!
Some of the theme park rides were positively thrilling. Some geared towards the more adventurous and daring among us while others were of the quieter and more relaxing variety.
A particularly awesome part of the theme park was the Bavarian Village which was basically one huge indoor hall filled with people drinking and eating their favourite food. A stage is the main showpiece at the front where live singers and dancers keep the enjoyable mood flowing late into the evening.
It must be said that the world famous “German Sausage” was served in a doughy hot dog bun drenched in a topping of your choice. Absolutely gorgeous and a must try if you intend on snacking out when there. Included with mine was a nice glass of classic mulled wine and you’ve got all the ingredients you need to warm your heart on a cold winter’s day.
All in all, Winter Wonderland is the perfect day out for all the family and I unreservedly recommend paying a visit there if ever you are in London at Christmas time. There’s something to do for everybody no matter whatever age you are and it will certainly prove a memorable experience than won’t be forgotten in a hurry.
又迎来了这个一年一度的特殊节日！
圣诞彩灯已经在伦敦著名的摄政街隆重登场了，传统建筑与流光溢彩的灯饰融为一体，到处都是浓浓的圣诞气氛。这个季节伦敦的另一个亮点要数“冬季仙境”。作为一个持续六周的年度活动，它吸引超过250万人的流量，而今年则是这个深受市民喜爱活动的第十年。
“冬季仙境”这个主题活动是在海德公园里面进行。虽然公园现在已是满眼的树干和落叶，一切看起来却显得那么协调与平静。进入“冬季仙境”主题公园是免费的，里面的各项游乐设施和餐饮收费。
既然是主题公园，小孩子们当然是无处不在。大量玩具和糖果供应， 这里简直就是他们的天堂！满眼尽是排长队玩游戏的人群以及拽着父母衣袖的小孩们，呵呵。
很多传统的游乐场游戏，如掷球击倒锡罐，赛马和碰碰车，好好玩哦。 必须承认我也看中了一个大熊玩具，玩得好兴奋就像回到小时候一样， 呵呵！
在这么欢乐的圣诞节日里，品尝传统的甜点“Churros”是必不可少的。老实说，这是我吃过最新鲜最美味的“Churros”！店员会把做好的面饼在你面前新鲜油炸，浇上肉桂糖或巧克力酱。吃起来外表酥脆，里面口感松软，非常幸福的感觉！
值得一提的是，有些游乐项目还是挺刺激的，所以大胆的和向往冒险的游客可别错过哦。
这个主题公园的另一个亮点是Bavarian村庄，这其实是一个巨大的展厅, 正前方是大舞台，现场有歌手和舞蹈演员精彩的表演，两旁则是美味的食物档和酒吧。 盛装打扮的人们在这里品尝着美味食物，与朋友们一起欢歌载舞！
凡是来圣诞市集的人，很少有人不品尝著名的“德国香肠”。它通常是夹在热狗包里再配上各种你喜欢的酱料。加上一杯暖暖的经典甜酒“mulled wine”，你就有足够的热量在这个寒冷的冬天夜晚里尽情享受各项游乐设施了，呵呵。
总而言之，在海德公园的这个“冬季仙境”主题活动，非常值得一游。无论你是什么年龄，这一定会是一个难忘的经历。