Introduction: The marine culture and leisure industry is a leisure industry based on marine culture, an integral part of the marine cultural industry, and an important part of the waterfront leisure industry. The marine culture and leisure industry mainly includes the following categories: marine culture theme parks, aquariums (aquariums), maritime museums (nautical museums), underwater cultural heritage tours, undersea hotels (undersea restaurants), various marine theme leisure festivals and some parts of the national marine park. In the form of a series of articles, the author will introduce readers to the history and current situation of the development of marine culture and leisure industry in various countries in the world, promote the dissemination of marine culture and marine environmental protection in the mainland, and promote the development of the coastal leisure industry on the mainland.
First of all, we want to explain the difference between the marine culture theme park and the aquarium and aquarium. The general concept of marine culture theme park is a large-scale comprehensive theme park with marine culture as the core, including indoor aquariums and outdoor water worlds, amusement parks, commercial streets, performance areas, etc.; while oceanariums and aquariums are indoor tank-type marine life exhibition halls with the popularization and display of marine culture as the core. This article focuses on the overview of the world's famous marine culture theme parks, which have achieved the purpose of learning and exchange.
uShaka Marine World, durban, South Africa, is South Africa's largest sea world theme park, with an aquarium collection of thousands of species of fish and marine life, with an introduction to each fish and marine life. Along with the aquarium is a beach, water park, and family fun. The theme park was opened to the public since April 2004, whether adults or children, they will benefit a lot from watching, it is a good choice to broaden their horizons, and it is more suitable for parent-child tourism.
Ursaka Sea World, one of South Africa's more famous tourist attractions, is actually modeled on abandoned ancient ships, and has a sense of déjà vu of Pirates of the Caribbean. Located at the southern end of the Golden Mileage, Urshaka Marine World is a well-known scenic spot in Durban. Opened in July 2004, it is not only the first in Africa, but also the largest marine theme park in the southern hemisphere, ranking fifth in the world. The entire park includes: Aquarium, Dolphin Show Hall, Seal Show Hall, Penguin Show, Children's Paradise, High Water Slides in Africa, Wild Wetland Area, etc.
Ursaka SeaWorld indoors and outdoors has more than 30 pavilions where a wide variety of marine life can be seen, including dolphin, penguin and seal performances. Named after King Shaka of Zulu, Ursaka Sea World is the largest marine theme park in Africa. Fresh water and seawater, lush vegetation, natural landscapes and the wreckage of cargo ships from the 1820s make it a world of oceans and marine life.
The park is divided into 5 areas: 1, Sea World, 2, Ghost Boat, 3, Water Park, 4, Ursaka Beach, 5, Walking Village. Shark cage diving, ocean walks, helicopter rides, surf lessons and scuba diving are available at an additional cost. In the ocean world in the shipwreck, slowly go deep into the hull along the revolving corridor, and find that it has been transformed into a aquarium of different sizes, and each aquarium can see a variety of unique Fish of South Africa, such as pineapple fish, blue lobster and so on. On the other side of the aquarium is the popular shipwreck restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of swimming fish and the underwater world through the glass while tasting the food.
The overall style of Ursaka Sea World Park is the design of African characteristic houses, as well as the performances of local ethnic minorities, which is very African passion. Ursaka Marine Park is divided into several sections, including a sunken boat-themed aquarium; a fish, turtle, penguin exhibition area, a sea lion and dolphin show hall; and a garden-in-park for an additional fee; and an entertainment center that includes sea walking, diving great white sharks, and more. The shipwreck-themed arrangement is particularly impressive, with each aquarium containing shipwrecks, porcelain, treasure props, including lighting according to the habits of different creatures, allowing people to observe their activities from a better angle. There are also activities to feed small sharks, which last about half an hour, and the staff will explain and introduce the habits of sharks throughout the process, which is a long knowledge. The doorway of each aquarium window has a detailed description of the names and habits of the animals inside. The most special point is that the aquarium reminds everyone to love the marine environment and protect animals.
Enjoy a full day of fun in Durban, with world-class facilities, and at Sea World you'll find over 30 indoor and outdoor pavilions featuring south Africa's unique Indian and Atlantic marine life. Ursaka Sea World's golden sands, lush palm trees, warm subtropical climate and the azure waters of the Indian Ocean make Durban an international tourist destination. With an average of 320 sunny days a year and an average sea temperature of above 17°C, it is the first beach city on the coast of the East China Sea in Africa. The beaches are close enough to walk. Surrounded by parks, fountains, roadside cafes, restaurants and bars. The most attractive is the "Golden Mile Street", flanked by luxurious guesthouses and apartments that contrast with the rustic tones that surround it, which also reflects the diversity of Durban culture. Colourful rickshaws, dazzling with antiques, bead chains and artworks from KwaZulu-Natal and other parts of Africa, along with musicians and street entertainers, give the seaside region an exotic feel.
Author (Jin Chao): Waterfront Leisure Industry Scholar