Thousands of excited visitors crowded the grand opening of China's first Legoland resort in Shanghai, despite a severe heatwave gripping the region. The resort, built with over 85 million Lego bricks,

SHANGHAI (AP) -- A giant 85-foot Lego figure named Dada welcomed visitors this weekend to the new Legoland resort in Shanghai. The resort, which opened Saturday, is the first in China. It is one of 11 parks across the world and was built with 85 million Lego bricks.

LEGOLAND Shanghai features over 75 rides, themed lands, and a hotel, blending LEGO fun with Chinese cultural elements.