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Which countries were planned to have pavilions that were never built?
Which countries were planned to have pavilions that were never built?
Where was the Millennium Village located during the Millennium Celebration?
Where was the Millennium Village located during the Millennium Celebration?
What type of beverages are predominantly served at EPCOT's World Showcase?
What type of beverages are predominantly served at EPCOT's World Showcase?
What is the name of the African themed refreshment shop in EPCOT?
What is the name of the African themed refreshment shop in EPCOT?
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Which event features food and drink samplings from all over the world at EPCOT?
Which event features food and drink samplings from all over the world at EPCOT?
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Which of the following countries did NOT participate in the Millennium Village?
Which of the following countries did NOT participate in the Millennium Village?
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What was the primary purpose of the Millennium Village?
What was the primary purpose of the Millennium Village?
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Which of the following statements about alcohol policy in EPCOT is true?
Which of the following statements about alcohol policy in EPCOT is true?
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How many African countries participated in the Millennium Village?
How many African countries participated in the Millennium Village?
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Which pavilion was to be located between China and Germany?
Which pavilion was to be located between China and Germany?
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Study Notes
EPCOT World Showcase Locations
- Several pavilions are positioned strategically throughout the park, including sites between France/Morocco, Morocco/Japan, Italy/Germany, and Germany/China.
- Two sites are located on either side of the United Kingdom.
Cancelled Pavilions
- In 1982, Disney planned three new pavilions: Israel, Spain, and Equatorial Africa.
- These pavilions were intended to blend elements of countries like Kenya and Zaire but were never constructed.
- An "Outpost" refreshment stand now occupies the intended site of the Equatorial Africa pavilion, located between China and Germany.
Millennium Village
- The Millennium Village was a temporary structure located behind the UK pavilions.
- It operated from 1999 to 2001 during the Millennium Celebration.
- The village featured pavilions from over 50 countries including Brazil, Chile, India, Indonesia, Israel, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, and five African countries (Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Namibia, and South Africa).
- This structure is designated as World ShowPlace.
Alcohol Policy
- Unlike Magic Kingdom, EPCOT's World Showcase restaurants and shops now sell alcoholic beverages.
- Variety of alcoholic beverages, including specialty drinks, craft beers, wines, and spirits, reflecting the countries' origins.
- EPCOT hosts an annual food and wine festival: EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, featuring global cuisines.
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Description
Explore the strategic layout of the EPCOT World Showcase, including the various pavilions and the history behind the cancelled ones. Learn about the temporary Millennium Village that showcased international culture during the Millennium Celebration.
