5 September 2016

LEGOLAND windsor: star wars miniland

Death Star
Death Star

That's no moon...

That's what Obi-Wan Kenobi said upon approaching the Death Star. But when I saw the reproduction in LEGO Star Wars Miniland Model Display at LEGOLAND Windsor, I was lost for words! Together with my tita's (aunt's) family, I visited the resort last June, and their latest addition is the recreation of Darth Vader’s ultimate super weapon. It's one of the most impressive and biggest models ever created for the resort, using about 500,000 bricks. Measuring 2.4 meters wide and 3 meters high, and weighing 860 kilograms, the Death Star is the centerpiece for an amazing scene depicting the famous Battle of Yavin in A New Hope. The interactive display also features sound and light effects. By pressing the appropriate buttons, Alliance ships will come swooping to destroy the mobile space station.

Upon entering the LEGO Star Wars Miniland Model Display, Darth Vader in all his brickly glory extends his lightsaber to welcome the visitors. Our favorite droids R2-D2 and C-3PO follow shortly. It seems they are also part of the welcoming committee.

Darth Vader
Darth Vader
R2-D2
R2-D2

C-3PO
C-3PO


Since it opened in 2012, The LEGO Star Wars Miniland Model Display features iconic scenes from the six live-action Star Wars movies, displaying 1,500 separate models, in 1:20 scale, made from 1.5 million bricks. Yearly, new models are being added (like this year's gigantic Death Star). Hopefully, next year, awesome scenes from The Force Awakens, Rogue One, and even from Star Wars Rebels will be added.

The year is almost over but the LEGO fun still continues. There are still a few days remaining to visit LEGOLAND Windsor. Head on to www.legoland.co.uk for more details.

Below are some of my favorite snaps from my recent trip. These pictures don't do justice for how amazing these models are. Seeing them in person is highly recommended. Oh, I can't wait to visit the resort again.

Naboo
Naboo

Naboo Starfighter
Naboo Starfighter

Theed Royal Palace
Theed Royal Palace

Battle of Naboo
Battle of Naboo

Geonosis Execution Arena
Geonosis Execution Arena

Battle of Geonosis: Republic Gunships
Battle of Geonosis: Republic Gunships

Battle of Geonosis: Hailfire Droids
Battle of Geonosis: Hailfire Droids

Battle of Kashyyyk

Mustafar
Mustafar

Millennium Falcon at Tatooine
Millennium Falcon at Tatooine

Tatooine
Tatooine

Mos Eisley Cantina
Mos Eisley Cantina

Battle of Hoth
Battle of Hoth

Ewok Village
Ewok Village

Battle of Endor
Battle of Endor

Shuttle Tydirium
Shuttle Tydirium

Mini Yoda
Mini Yoda

Mini R2-D2
Mini R2-D2

Mini Darth Maul
Mini Darth Maul

Mini Anakin Skyalker & Mini Darth Vader
Mini Anakin Skyalker & Mini Darth Vader

Mini Han Solo & Mini Chewbacca
Mini Han Solo & Mini Chewbacca

Mini Luke Skywalker & Mini Princess Leia

Y-Wing Starfighter
Y-Wing Starfighter

X-Wing Starfighter
X-Wing Starfighter

Millennium Falcon
 Millennium Falcon

Battle of Yavin
Battle of Yavin


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