10 Facts about Busch Gardens

Sunday, September 20th 2015. | Destinations

Let’s find out the two amusement parks located in US in Facts about Busch Gardens. The division of Blackstone Group was owned and operated by SeaWorld Entertainment. The parks are located in Williamsburg, Virginia and Tampa, Florida. Check more facts about Busch Gardens below:

Facts about Busch Gardens 1: the former Busch Gardens

In the past, Busch Gardens were also located in other areas. In 1905 until 1937, it was located in Pasadena, California. In 1964 until 1979, it was situated in Los Angeles, California. In 1971 until 1973, it was located in Houston, Texas.

Facts about Busch Gardens 2: the initial development

The initial development of Busch Gardens was intended for marketing the vehicles produced Anheuser-Busch. The samples of Anheuser-Busch products were found on the parks too. Get facts about Bradgate Park here.

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Facts about Busch Gardens 3: the development of the parks

Over the time, the people could enjoy different kinds of attractions and rides in the parks. Then it was developed into a full themed park. But the Anheuser-Busch products were still promoted in the parks.

Facts about Busch Gardens 4: Busch Entertainment Corporation

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment was called Busch Entertainment Corporation in the past. It was established as a subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch Companies. In 1959, Busch Entertainment Corporation had the job to run the parks of the companies. Get facts about Big Bend National Park here.

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Facts about Busch Gardens 5: Blackstone Group

Blackstone Group is the new owners of Busch Garden Parks after the amusements parks of Anheuser-Busch were sold in 2009. The popular tradition in the parks is kept by Blackstone.

Facts about Busch Gardens 6: Busch Gardens Tampa

On 31 March 1959, Busch Gardens Tampa was opened for the first time. You can visit it if you are interested with African themed park.

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Facts about Busch Gardens 7: the land area

Busch Gardens in Tampa has 2,700 animals. There is no need to wonder that it is called as one of the largest zoological institutions in America. It spreads on the land area of 136 ha.

Facts about Busch Gardens 8: the famous attractions in Busch Gardens Tampa

Some interesting attractions in Busch Gardens Tampa include Serengeti Railway, Tanganyika Tidal Wave, Edge of Africa, Congo River Rapids, SheiKra, Sesame Street, Sand Serpent and Rhino Rally.

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Facts about Busch Gardens 9: Busch Gardens Williamsburg

On 16 May 1975, Busch Gardens Williamsburg was opened. It focuses on the European inspired theme. People call it as the Old Country.

Facts about Busch Gardens 10: the famous attraction in Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Busch Gardens Williamsburg has popular attractions such as Apollo’s Chariot, Loch Ness Monster, Alpengeist, The Curse of DarKastle, Griffon and Escape from Pompeii.