Carousel rides are universally popular. They have a long history, with the first one invented more than a hundred years ago. No matter where you go, in any country, if there is an amusement park, you can be sure that there will be a carousel ride. Why carousel rides are so much favored by Kenyan visitors?
For one thing, these bring about a feeling of nostalgia. Parents remember when they first rode on a carousel ride, and they want their children to experience the same. The carousel ride is suitable for all members of the whole family, young and old. The young riders like to sit on the horses that go up and down the pole as the carousel goes around. For the older riders who prefer less movement, they can choose to sit on the ornate benches that also go around, but do not move up and down. So, young and old can enjoy the ride together.
Carousel rides are magical. Maybe it is because they look so royal. The wooden horses look majestic in different poses, and they are painted in all beautiful colors. When the kids get their turn, they always run to find their favorite ones. The carousel itself is ornate with exquisite designs, like what you see in a fairy tale palace. The music attracts the amusement park visitors from a distance. When the carousel lights up, that creates even more magic. Park visitors want to be part of that magic, so they all go to the carousel to ride.
The ride is also easy to do. It is not like a thrill ride that some people who are afraid of heights would not choose to do. It does not spin around really fast like some spinning rides that can make some people dizzy. A mini carousel ride is more calm and peaceful. Yet, when the carousel picks up speed, and you feel the wind against your face, you can still get a sense of excitement and fun. So, a ride on the carousel appeals to a wider number of people.
The design of the carousel also has a lot to do with why Kenyans like them. Some carousel rides have two levels. The upper level is very popular because people like to sit up high. They get a great view from above, and kids love to wave to their parents when they see them below.
The carousel ride can also take many riders at the same time, so the wait is not too long. Each ride is a few minutes long, so the rider can really enjoy it. For children who are too small to ride by themselves, the parents can hold them and sit on the bench ride and still be able to go around and around, and the little child loves it.
So, carousel rides are really versatile because they appeal to a large of number of people, young and old. People find it relaxing and fun at the same time. After walking around the amusement park all day, a relaxing carousel ride is the perfect remedy.