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| Death Star |
That's what Obi-Wan Kenobi said upon approaching the Death Star. But when I saw the reproduction in LEGO Star Wars Miniland Model Display at LEGOLAND Windsor, I was lost for words! Together with my tita's (aunt's) family, I visited the resort last June, and their latest addition is the recreation of Darth Vader’s ultimate super weapon. It's one of the most impressive and biggest models ever created for the resort, using about 500,000 bricks. Measuring 2.4 meters wide and 3 meters high, and weighing 860 kilograms, the Death Star is the centerpiece for an amazing scene depicting the famous Battle of Yavin in A New Hope. The interactive display also features sound and light effects. By pressing the appropriate buttons, Alliance ships will come swooping to destroy the mobile space station.
Upon entering the LEGO Star Wars Miniland Model Display, Darth Vader in all his brickly glory extends his lightsaber to welcome the visitors. Our favorite droids R2-D2 and C-3PO follow shortly. It seems they are also part of the welcoming committee.
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| Darth Vader |
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| R2-D2 |
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| C-3PO |
Since it opened in 2012, The LEGO Star Wars Miniland Model Display features iconic scenes from the six live-action Star Wars movies, displaying 1,500 separate models, in 1:20 scale, made from 1.5 million bricks. Yearly, new models are being added (like this year's gigantic Death Star). Hopefully, next year, awesome scenes from The Force Awakens, Rogue One, and even from Star Wars Rebels will be added.
The year is almost over but the LEGO fun still continues. There are still a few days remaining to visit LEGOLAND Windsor. Head on to www.legoland.co.uk for more details.
Below are some of my favorite snaps from my recent trip. These pictures don't do justice for how amazing these models are. Seeing them in person is highly recommended. Oh, I can't wait to visit the resort again.
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| Naboo |
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| Naboo Starfighter |
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| Theed Royal Palace |
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| Battle of Naboo |
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| Geonosis Execution Arena |
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| Battle of Geonosis: Republic Gunships |
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| Battle of Geonosis: Hailfire Droids |
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| Battle of Kashyyyk |
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| Mustafar |
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| Millennium Falcon at Tatooine |
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| Tatooine |
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| Mos Eisley Cantina |
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| Battle of Hoth |
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| Ewok Village |
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| Battle of Endor |
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| Shuttle Tydirium |
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| Mini Yoda |
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| Mini R2-D2 |
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| Mini Darth Maul |
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| Mini Anakin Skyalker & Mini Darth Vader |
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| Mini Han Solo & Mini Chewbacca |
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| Mini Luke Skywalker & Mini Princess Leia |
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| Y-Wing Starfighter |
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| X-Wing Starfighter |
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| Millennium Falcon |
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| Battle of Yavin |
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