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The opening of Six Flags Qiddiya near<\/strong> Riyadh garnered international attention and<\/strong> strong local attendance since its New Year\u2019s Eve debut<\/strong>, driven largely by its flagship attraction Falcon\u2019s Flight, which is billed as the world\u2019s tallest, fastest, and longest rollercoaster, the Financial Times<\/a> reports. As the brand\u2019s first venture outside North America, the park is projected to contribute SAR 2.5 bn to Saudi GDP this year and has been praised by visitors for being \u201cculturally relevant\u201d and for its efficient operations \u2014 averaging 15-20 minute wait times for most rides except Falcon\u2019s Flight.<\/p>\n

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