The beginning of a WonderThe roller coaster began in Russia as an ice

slide in the 17th century.

America’s First Taste of Thrill

America’s first roller coaster was created in the foothill of a mountain in Pennsylvania . It

was called Mauch Chunk Switchback Railway.

In France they say “Bonjour”

France built their first roller coaster in 1817. They decided to attach cars to one another to

ride on the tracks. The first looped roller coaster was put forth in Paris in 1846.

A Joy that Just Keeps Getting Better

Everywhere across the world there are people enjoying the thrill of the rollercoaster. Whether it’s in one of the US’s many

amusement parks or in Europe’s places of entertainment, the roller coaster’s legacy is

undying. New rides are being created and the lines to ride them keep growing. Even if the wait is four hours long, you can be assured that excited riders are waiting for that heart pounding moment when the speed carries

them away.