The Wizarding World of Harry Potter proves that Harry Potter is not simply a franchise or a novel to film adaptation; but a colossal worldwide sensation. Harry Potter is a lifelong phenomenon for not only myself, but so many others around the globe. It truly has touched my life since day one and just this February, I had the privilege of visiting this amazing world, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
The feeling overwhelms you as you walk through the gates of Hogsmeade. To your right, the steaming engine, the Hogwarts Express, is a glorious vessel used to transport some of your closest friends in the entire world to and from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. At this point, each and every memory from the series begin to flood your mind; and from this point your imagination takes hold of your journey.
Drinking butterbeer, the shortbread and butterscotch drink sent from the gods, or indulging in a cup of fresh pumpkin juice ignites another one of your five senses. If the sights and the sounds were not enough to entice you, the tastes certainly will. In addition, Bertie Botts every flavour beans or chocolate frogs are absolutely a must-taste when visiting the village of Hogsmeade. The first taste of the above mentioned is not just an experience, but a feeling of fulfillment. A lifelong friend deserves this expliot into the Wizarding World.
Moving onto the most emotional part of my journey was seeing Hogwarts Castle up close for the first time. The outside architecture and the inside design was simply breathtaking. I am not one to awe at merely authenticity, although it was done beautifully; I however am awestruck by how I felt seeing the Castle. The creative genius behind each detail made it overwhelming and aesthetically pleasing on many levels. Everything about Hogwarts, from the grounds to walking the corridors was brilliant. Speaking of walking the corridors, it made one feel as though Mr. Filch or Peeves was sure to make an appearance. Simply brilliant if I do say so myself.
I remember reading The Sorcerer's Stone and jokingly pondering, at such a young age, why I was born a mere muggle, and not at the very least a squib. But in actuality I dreamt of visiting Hogwarts Castle, of shopping at Dervish and Banges, and of having my wand choose me at Ollivander's. All of the amazing things I loved about the series were made real with the creation of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
The experience can hardly be put into words of what it truly meant to me. Harry Potter is not just a fantasy world in my eyes. I do not see myself as a mere fan or a silly tourist, but more as an old friend coming home. Universal and Warner Brothers did that for me. These two power houses captured the true essence of what JK Rowling and her brilliant imagination conjured all those years ago, from day one of this amazing journey she has lead us all on.
The melting pot of emotions, relationships, and a lifelong love that has manifested from the series is irreplaceable in my life. I believe that nothing will surpass my connection to this wondrous world. I have learned so very much about myself through the characters and my amazing, unexplainable experience at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Only making the entire series, feelings and emotions and all, come to life. I thank everyone involved that made everyone, Muggle-born or not feel welcome like family.
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