Italia 24: Is Katun Still The King? Mirabilandia and Culture

I first visited Mirabilandia back in 2015. Katun quickly became my favourite coaster! Nine years later I return to see if Katun is as good as I remember it and also ride the new attractions at the park.

Before we went to the park we stopped in Ravenna to see the sights. Ravenna was the capital of the Holy Roman Empire during the 5th century and it was stunning.

Right, thats enough culture. Main event time!

It’s always nice being at a park where you don’t have to rush around getting all of the creds!

Divertical (733). This was closed on my previous visit.

I finally got the cred, but also a very wet shoe!

Next was Ispeed, I had the cred and remembered it being quite rough.

It was a lot better and smoother than I remembered it! Phew!

Desmo Race (734&736) then opened, I have always thought that these spike coasters are a bit naff.

Yeah, they’re naff.

I then grabbed the disco coaster (735).

Finally it was time for Katun. I managed two rides on this visit. The first ride was middle row, Mirabilandia doesn’t let you choose. Middle row was underwhelming, could it lose its top spot? I knew I had to do back row. I sprinted past some locals heading for back row and claimed it for myself. Back row was everything I wanted and more. Fast and forceful! That helix is still an absolute colossus. Nine years later, it’s still number 1!

Some things don’t change.

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