Author J.K Rowling has given her permission and blessings for a Harry Potter theme park to be built in Orlando, Florida.
The joint venture between Warner Bros Entertainment and Universal Orlando Resort will be called The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
The builders loook to create the world's first immersive Harry Potter themed environment.
Rowling told Reuters, The plans I have seen look incredibly exciting and I don't think fans of the books or films will be disappointed.
The new area will feature rides and interactive attractions.
In addition there will be shops and restaurants will allow visitors o sample fare from the wizarding world rsquo;s best-known establishments. Production designer Stuart Craig, who worked on all of the feature films,will lead the creative design for the new park so it remains faithful to the look and feel of the films.
The park is scheduled to open sometime in 2009.
to check out the website for the park.