See Disneyland Being Built as it Celebrates 60 Years

— -- It's the diamond celebration for one of the world's most beloved theme parks.

In the 60 years since it was built, Disneyland has become a part of so many travel memories. It's hard to imagine that it wasn't so long ago that the theme park was just a patch of dirt.

In then time-lapse video above, look out for the creation of iconic attractions like the clock tower and historical moments like the very first guests coming into the park.

Though the park's official anniversary is on July 17 -- it opened on that day in 1955 -- the celebration starts on May 22 with three new evening celebrations: Paint the Night is an evening parade down Main Street, U.S.A.; Disneyland Forever, a fireworks show featuring two new original songs; and World of Color—Celebrate! The Wonderful World of Walt Disney, a "special edition of the popular nighttime showcase in Disney California Adventure Park."

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