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What date was the Merry-Go-Round invented?

The first example of the Merry-Go-Round, or Carousel was in Paris in 1605. They were developed in Italy though. These usually took place in squares or large courtyards, and consisted of elaborately costumed riders and horses (usually from the cavalry) performing choreographed routines such as forming shapes together, riding in lines criss-cross against each other. They often took place at night, with riders carrying torches, and were accompanied by music. for more info go here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merry_go_round

The fairground machine called a Merry-go-Round or (in America) Carousel was developed in the 19C when practical power-units made them viable. Merry-Go-Round is generally the public's, not trade's, name.

In the UK fair trade at least, they were and are known generically as "rides", and more specifically by a descriptive or trade-name. The traditional ride with horse and cockerel "sculptures" as seats arranged to rise and fall as the machine rotates, is called a "Galloper".

Initially they were driven by a small steam "centre-engine" on the truck that forms the machine's base on the fairground, and the transport trailer for travelling between fairs. Later rides became powered electrically, from a generator first on the steam "Showman's Road Locomotive" (large, powerful traction-engine) that towed the ride from town to town; then on lorries that performed, and still perform, the same duty.

Typically they were fitted with a "self-playing" organ - using mechanical perforated-card readers to control the stops and notes - for the role now taken by the disco sound-system on modern rides. However the name "steam organ" for these instruments is a complete misnomer, for although they may have been powered by an auxiliary steam-engine the pipes always used only air.

British rides always run from right to left as you watch them. American (& I think Continental European) rides traditionally go from left to right.

How tall is the cliffhanger at cliffs amusement park?

Standing 132-feet, the Cliff Hanger freefall ride looms over the entire park. Twelve passengers can board a vehicle that will ascend the 13-story tower giving guests an outstanding view for only moments before a thrilling descent.

What songs are played in the Boardwalk area at Knott's Berry Farm?

I worked there 1 summer. they've been looping the same (30?) songs for 3 years straight! certainly easy to remember at that point....

Runaway - Del Shannon

Be-Bop-A-Lula - Gene Vincent

Sleepwalk (instrumental) - Santo & Johnny

Green Onions - Booker T. & The MG's

Hound Dog - Elvis Presley

Only You (And You Alone) - The Platters

Barbara Ann - The Regents

La Bamba - Ritchie Valens

Will You Love Me Tomorrow -The Shirelles

Johnny B. Goode - Chuck Berry

At The Hop - Danny & The Juniors

The Stroll - The Diamonds

Love Potion No. 9 - The Clovers

Why Do Fools Fall in Love? - Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers

Do You Want to Dance? - Bobby Freeman

Chantilly Lace - The Big Bopper

Ain't That a Shame - Fats Domino

Tequila - The Champs

That'll Be the Day - Buddy Holly

This Magic Moment - The Drifters

Rock Around the Clock - Bill Haley & His Comets

Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis

Run Around Sue- Dion and the Belmonts

The Tokers- The lion Sleeps Tonight

The Monotones- Who Wrote The Book Of Love

Sixteen Candels- The Crests

Little Darlin- The Diamonds

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Was step by step filmed at Carowinds?

No. The introduction for the sitcom Step by Step was filmed at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, California not at Carowinds. The roller-coaster you see is Colossus. This may seem confusing because the lake and beach in the opening sequence were edited in to make it seem like it was set on the shores of Lake Michigan, near Wisconsin, where the TV family lived.

Who is the principal owner of Disney World?

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, which is a division of the Walt Disney Company, which is a publicly traded company. The largest individual stockholder is probably Bob Iger, but he only owns a small fraction of Disney stock; the majority is held by various mutual funds.

I want a list of some Roller Coaster names.?

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Is Disney World dangerous?

Disney World is probably one of the least dangerous locations on the face of the Earth. Disney has a LOT of security, including much you will likely never notice. Disney World has averaged about one death per year since it opened, which is not bad given an attendance of 52 million visitors annually.

That said, it's not perfectly safe. If you do something really foolish (either because you're a kid and don't know any better or you're an adult fool) you could be killed.

How does Star tours the ride work?

The Star Tours ride is a motion simulator ride that works with 2 hydraulic pistons at each of 3 points on the underside of the ride cabin. The pistons can simulate up, down, left, right or any combination of the 4.

Where is 'Pando Winter Sports Park' so I can go tubing?

Pando Winter Sports Park is located at:

8076 Belding Rd.

Rockford, MI 49341

You can go tubing there!

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1999 Cougar V6 with 16 wheels handles nice but rides harsh- what is the best way to make the ride smoother?

Performance vs comfortunfortunately performance handling and comfort of ride don't coexist very well. For every bit of ride comfort you gain some handling will be lost. The best bet is to shoot for something in the middle by changing the tires for something less aggressive or performance oriented and the same for the shocks.

How do you get or make the boots you have see the creeps at Knotts Berry farm wear that spark when they are struck against the cement?

This is done by the decorative metal tacked onto the toes and/or heels of the boots. The boots can be bought like that or purchased at your nearest "Tack Shop" which is a store that sells western clothing and equestrian equipment. For taps that are on the BOTTOMS of the heels, consult a dance studio.

Will Walt Disney World honor tickets purchased years ago?

Walt Disney World Resort continues to honor all unexpired theme park tickets with remaining admission days. However, be aware that unless you purchased the No Expiration Option, theme park tickets purchased after 2004 expire 14 days after their first use.

Do the bahama have any amusement parks?

Aquaventure Water Park at Atlantis in Paradise Island (near Nassau), Bahamas.