Though it’s still nothing but dirt, Universal Orlando has been busily and quietly working on the Wizarding World of Harry Potter expansion at Universal Studios.

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Aerial photos captured by Orlando United offer a view of how construction has progressed so far. This work is happening where the Jaws ride once stood.

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In related news, Screamscape reports today that construction on the working Hogwarts Express – which will connect the existing Wizarding World at Islands of Adventure with Diagon Alley at Universal Studios – is set to begin this week.

Universal has not formally announced details, but rumors consistently suggest that the expansion will include the aforementioned working train, a Diagon Alley land, a Gringotts thrill ride, and rides and shops like The Leaky Cauldron.

You must check out this post to see an artist’s rendering of what he thinks the expansion will look like based on the rumors.

It is expected to open in 2014 or 2015.