Wonderla
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Wonderla is an amusement park located near Bidadi
, 28 kilometres (17.4 mi) Bangalore
, spanning over 82 acres (33.2 ha) of land. It has been promoted by V-Guard Industries Ltd
, based in Cochin, Kerala
. It is the second theme park project from the group and has been operational since October 2005. It has been set up with a total investment of over Rs. 105 crore
s.
.
The park features a wide variety of attractions including some gut wrenching high thrill rides, refreshing and clean water rides, a spectacular Musical fountain
and laser
show, a one of its kind Virtual Reality
Show showcasing unusual cinematic experience. Wonderla has a full fledged Discotheque like dance floor with a twist: electronically controlled rain showers. Wonderla also has attractions specially designed for children, and these are gentle yet unusual like a kiddies free fall ride. It is also the only amusement park project in India that uses solar
heated water for all its pools during winter.
Wonderla features conference
facilities for up to a 1000 persons, and features 5 restaurant
s with a total seating capacity of 1150. It has locker rooms with over 2350 lockers and adequate restrooms and showers. The park also features a full fledged first aid
facility and a paging system.
plants to recycle process and filter all types of water. The park has a full fledged water quality
control laboratory to monitor quality levels of water used for different purposes.
to the optimum. The company has planted more than 2000 tree
s in order to develop natural shade in the park. The park also has an extensive rainwater harvesting
system that collects even roof rain water for drinking purposes. The rain water is collected in various tanks depending on the quality and intended usage, and has a combined capacity to collect over 2 crore liters. Wonderla also uses solar energy extensively to heat water in pools and kitchens. Wonderla is among few amusement parks in India to have ISO 14001:2004 certification for environmental friendly operation.
business in India. IAAPI is the only platform in the country, which recognizes and facilitates the small and big players in the Amusement Industry looking at the tremendous growth potential of this industry in the next 5 years.
that Wonderla implements in rides is highly safe and equally low on power consumption. Among the various rides manufactured by in-house R&D team, ‘Wonder splash’ is one of the most popular rides.
R&D units have over 100 well qualified technicians who design and manufacture rides for in-house purpose and for the clients. The imported components in the rides ensure the maximum quality and safety standards. Wonderla is also concentrating on the developing export markets in Asia and Africa. Wonderla is the manufacturers of India’s largest ferris wheel- The Sky Wheel.
Bidadi
Bidadi is a town situated on the Bangalore - Mysore expressway and is in the Ramanagaram Taluk of Ramanagara district Bidadi (Urdu: بيداڑى) is a town situated on the Bangalore - Mysore expressway and is in the Ramanagaram Taluk of Ramanagara district Bidadi (Urdu: بيداڑى) is a town situated on the...
, 28 kilometres (17.4 mi) Bangalore
Bangalore
Bengaluru , formerly called Bengaluru is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. Bangalore is nicknamed the Garden City and was once called a pensioner's paradise. Located on the Deccan Plateau in the south-eastern part of Karnataka, Bangalore is India's third most populous city and...
, spanning over 82 acres (33.2 ha) of land. It has been promoted by V-Guard Industries Ltd
V-Guard Industries Ltd
V-Guard Industries Ltd is a major electrical appliances manufacturer in India, and the largest in the state of Kerala with an annual turnover of 7 billion. It manufactures voltage stabilizers, wiring cables, electric pumps, electric motors, geysers, solar water heaters, electric fans and UPSs...
, based in Cochin, Kerala
Kerala
or Keralam is an Indian state located on the Malabar coast of south-west India. It was created on 1 November 1956 by the States Reorganisation Act by combining various Malayalam speaking regions....
. It is the second theme park project from the group and has been operational since October 2005. It has been set up with a total investment of over Rs. 105 crore
Crore
A crore is a unit in the Indian number system equal to ten million , or 100 lakhs. It is widely used in India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Pakistan....
s.
Attractions and facilities
Wonderla has 53 land and water based ridesAmusement ride
Amusement rides are large mechanical devices that move people to create enjoyment. They are frequently found at amusement parks, traveling carnivals, and funfairs.-Notable types:*Afterburner*Ali Baba*Balloon Race*Booster...
.
The park features a wide variety of attractions including some gut wrenching high thrill rides, refreshing and clean water rides, a spectacular Musical fountain
Fountain
A fountain is a piece of architecture which pours water into a basin or jets it into the air either to supply drinking water or for decorative or dramatic effect....
and laser
Laser
A laser is a device that emits light through a process of optical amplification based on the stimulated emission of photons. The term "laser" originated as an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation...
show, a one of its kind Virtual Reality
Virtual reality
Virtual reality , also known as virtuality, is a term that applies to computer-simulated environments that can simulate physical presence in places in the real world, as well as in imaginary worlds...
Show showcasing unusual cinematic experience. Wonderla has a full fledged Discotheque like dance floor with a twist: electronically controlled rain showers. Wonderla also has attractions specially designed for children, and these are gentle yet unusual like a kiddies free fall ride. It is also the only amusement park project in India that uses solar
Solar power
Solar energy, radiant light and heat from the sun, has been harnessed by humans since ancient times using a range of ever-evolving technologies. Solar radiation, along with secondary solar-powered resources such as wind and wave power, hydroelectricity and biomass, account for most of the available...
heated water for all its pools during winter.
Wonderla features conference
Meeting
In a meeting, two or more people come together to discuss one or more topics, often in a formal setting.- Definitions :An act or process of coming together as an assembly for a common purpose....
facilities for up to a 1000 persons, and features 5 restaurant
Restaurant
A restaurant is an establishment which prepares and serves food and drink to customers in return for money. Meals are generally served and eaten on premises, but many restaurants also offer take-out and food delivery services...
s with a total seating capacity of 1150. It has locker rooms with over 2350 lockers and adequate restrooms and showers. The park also features a full fledged first aid
First aid
First aid is the provision of initial care for an illness or injury. It is usually performed by non-expert, but trained personnel to a sick or injured person until definitive medical treatment can be accessed. Certain self-limiting illnesses or minor injuries may not require further medical care...
facility and a paging system.
Safety and hygiene systems
Wonderla is one of only 2 amusement parks in India to implement OHSAS 18001:2007 safety standards. All attractions and components are maintained according to strict tolerances for performance. Hygiene is also a top priority, especially when it comes to water. Wonderla has 5 water treatmentWater treatment
Water treatment describes those processes used to make water more acceptable for a desired end-use. These can include use as drinking water, industrial processes, medical and many other uses. The goal of all water treatment process is to remove existing contaminants in the water, or reduce the...
plants to recycle process and filter all types of water. The park has a full fledged water quality
Water quality
Water quality is the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of water. It is a measure of the condition of water relative to the requirements of one or more biotic species and or to any human need or purpose. It is most frequently used by reference to a set of standards against which...
control laboratory to monitor quality levels of water used for different purposes.
Environment friendliness
Wonderla has always tried its best to retain and utilize natural resourcesNatural Resources
Natural Resources is a soul album released by Motown girl group Martha Reeves and the Vandellas in 1970 on the Gordy label. The album is significant for the Vietnam War ballad "I Should Be Proud" and the slow jam, "Love Guess Who"...
to the optimum. The company has planted more than 2000 tree
Tree
A tree is a perennial woody plant. It is most often defined as a woody plant that has many secondary branches supported clear of the ground on a single main stem or trunk with clear apical dominance. A minimum height specification at maturity is cited by some authors, varying from 3 m to...
s in order to develop natural shade in the park. The park also has an extensive rainwater harvesting
Rainwater harvesting
Rainwater harvesting is the accumulating and storing of rainwater for reuse before it reaches the aquifer. It has been used to provide drinking water, water for livestock, water for irrigation, as well as other typical uses. Rainwater collected from the roofs of houses and local institutions can...
system that collects even roof rain water for drinking purposes. The rain water is collected in various tanks depending on the quality and intended usage, and has a combined capacity to collect over 2 crore liters. Wonderla also uses solar energy extensively to heat water in pools and kitchens. Wonderla is among few amusement parks in India to have ISO 14001:2004 certification for environmental friendly operation.
Awards and accolades
Wonderla Holidays has been awarded by four awards under Manufacturer and Operator categories by Indian Association of Amusement Parks and Industries (IAAPI). Indian Association of Amusement Parks & Industries (IAAPI). is an apex body representing the interests of a diverse range of amusement and leisureLeisure
Leisure, or free time, is time spent away from business, work, and domestic chores. It is also the periods of time before or after necessary activities such as eating, sleeping and, where it is compulsory, education....
business in India. IAAPI is the only platform in the country, which recognizes and facilitates the small and big players in the Amusement Industry looking at the tremendous growth potential of this industry in the next 5 years.
R&D expertise
To enable supreme quality and maintain cost reduction Wonderla has been manufacturing rides. Wonderla has two strong R&D and assembling units located in Bangalore and Cochin. The technologyTechnology
Technology is the making, usage, and knowledge of tools, machines, techniques, crafts, systems or methods of organization in order to solve a problem or perform a specific function. It can also refer to the collection of such tools, machinery, and procedures. The word technology comes ;...
that Wonderla implements in rides is highly safe and equally low on power consumption. Among the various rides manufactured by in-house R&D team, ‘Wonder splash’ is one of the most popular rides.
R&D units have over 100 well qualified technicians who design and manufacture rides for in-house purpose and for the clients. The imported components in the rides ensure the maximum quality and safety standards. Wonderla is also concentrating on the developing export markets in Asia and Africa. Wonderla is the manufacturers of India’s largest ferris wheel- The Sky Wheel.