Almost every Ferris wheel, or even several, has its own major city. By the way, the first ferris wheel appeared in the last century. We owe its creation to the American engineer George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. The wheel was built for the start of the World's Fair in Chicago and was a kind of response eiffel tower. At that time, this structure had impressive dimensions - the diameter of the wheel was 75 meters. 36 cabins were attached to it, designed for 60 people.

Since the construction of the first Ferris wheel, more and more grandiose structures have been created, striking in their height.

Most high wheel surveys in the world - we will find out in which countries you can admire stunning panoramas from a great height.

Zhengzhou

Attraction Zhengzhou, located in the Chinese province of Hunan, ranks 10th among the tallest Ferris wheels in the world. Its height is 120 meters. There are many interesting sights in the province, and one of them is the huge Zhengzhou Ferris wheel, which is stunning in its size.

Tianjin Eye

On the 9th place among the highest Ferris wheels in the world is Tianjin Eye("eye of Tianjin"). The building is 120 meters high and is located in China, in the city of Tianjin. This is a unique wheel standing on an active bridge. 48 booths are attached to the wheel, each of which can accommodate 8 people. The wheel makes a complete revolution in half an hour. From the height of the 35-storey building, you can admire the beautiful panorama. It is said that the surroundings around the wheel can be seen for 40 kilometers.

Changsha

Ferris wheel Changsha 120 meters high, located in China, in the city of Changsha. The giant structure was built in 2004.

Melbourne Star

Seventh place in the list of the highest Ferris wheels in the world is Melbourne Star. It was opened in 2008 in the Australian city of Melbourne. The height of the building is 120 meters. Unfortunately, few were able to enjoy the stunning views from such a height - just 40 days after the start of work, the wheel was closed for repairs. The saddest thing is that the reconstruction, which began in 2011, is still going on and it is not known when the "Star of Melbourne" will work again.

Suzhou Ferris Wheel

One of the tallest ferris wheels Suzhou Ferris Wheel, located in Suzhou city, China. The giant building, 120 meters high, was opened in 2009.

Eye of Orlando

Fifth place in the list of the highest Ferris wheels in the world is 122-meter "Eye of Orlando". This colossal ferris wheel was opened in 2015 in the city of Orlando and is part of a shopping and entertainment center complex. The huge building is interesting not only for its height, but also for its unusual booths. Enclosed glass capsule-cabins are air-conditioned. This was done in order to ride on a wheel and admire the views of the surroundings from a bird's eye view for visitors who are afraid of heights. The Orlando Eye has 30 booths, each for 15 people.

By the way - the attraction is a good hundred feet higher than the Statue of Liberty.

london eye

On the 4th place in the ranking of the highest Ferris wheels in the world is located "London Eye". It is the largest ferris wheel in Europe and one of London's most popular rides. Few tourists who find themselves in the capital of Great Britain can deny themselves the pleasure of riding a huge ferris wheel. Although entertainment is expensive - a ticket to the famous attraction costs $ 30. To avoid tedious queuing and get a discount, it is better to book a ticket in advance. You can do this on the official website of the attraction.

The wheel is 135 meters high and is equipped with 32 air-conditioned closed capsule cabins. Each can accommodate up to 25 visitors to the attraction. The wheel rotates at such a speed that passengers can safely get off and go into the booth. The London Eye stops only to allow elderly and disabled people to board.

This is interesting: Architects David Marks and Julia Barfield originally conceived the wheel as a temporary experiment. Now the attraction has become one of the business cards cities.

Star of Nanchang

Attraction "Star of Nanchang", whose height is 160 meters, takes 3rd place in the ranking of the highest Ferris wheels in the world. The giant building is located in China, in the city of Nanchang. Its construction cost a fabulous sum - more than 7 million dollars. The attraction began work in 2006, and since then the wheel has never been empty. "Zvezda Nanchang" is equipped with 60 booths with a capacity of up to 8 people each. Cabins are fully enclosed and air conditioned. The wheel makes a complete revolution in 30 minutes. The attraction is very popular, since the price for the pleasure of admiring the surroundings from a great height is small - about 6 dollars.

Soaring Singapore

Attraction with a poetic name "Flying Singapore" ranks 2nd in the list of the highest ferris cola in the world. Its height is 165 meters. The wheel makes a complete revolution in 28 minutes. The attraction is equipped with 28 air-conditioned cabins, accommodating up to 28 people. A giant attraction is located in Singapore. From its height, a view of the city and its surroundings, including the nearby islands, opens up. The attraction opened in 2008. The ticket price is $33 for adults.

Las Vegas High Roller

Las Vegas High Roller- most big wheel views in the world. Its height is 167.5 meters, which is today a record among such attractions. The colossal structure makes a complete revolution in 30 minutes. The attraction opened in 2014. It is equipped with 28 glass booths for up to 40 people. The wheel is located in one of the most crowded places in Las Vegas - the Las Vegas Strip.

The ticket price during the day is $ 25, and at night a ride on the wheel will cost more - $ 35.

This is interesting: the Ferris wheel in Las Vegas will not hold the title of the largest for long. It is expected that in 2017-2018 the construction of two even more grandiose attractions will be completed. New York Wheel, which will be located on Staten Island, will rise in height by 192 meters. An even more colossal Ferris wheel is being built in Dubai - the Dubai Eye attraction will be 210 meters high.

The height of the Singapore bird reaches 165 meters. From the peak point of this wheel, you can see the most beautiful panorama not only of Singapore, but also of the neighboring islands of Indonesia and Malaysia. The basis of this design is a three-story building, which houses numerous shops. And the capsules that lift people into the air along the Ferris wheel can accommodate up to 28 people each. Total capsules also is 28 pieces. The wheel makes a complete revolution within half an hour. The price for this attraction ranges from 15 to 21 US dollars.

Of course, having arrived in Singapore, you should not have problems finding it, as you can see it from anywhere in the city. The easiest way to get to it is from the Promenade station, which is on the yellow circle line and it takes about 5 minutes to walk to the very wheel.

The view of this building is really breathtaking, but when visiting this attraction, it’s not enough just to ride in one of the cabins, you should definitely go into it shopping mall or the main column of the ferris wheel. There you will see numerous shops with a variety of souvenirs, gourmet restaurants, where you will certainly be offered the local Singapore Sling cocktail. In addition, entertainment continues here - for men on the second floor there is a Boeing 737 flight simulator cabin, and on the same floor there is a famous fish spa where they can relax their legs with the help of healing fish brought from Turkey.

The construction of a ferris wheel in Germany with a height of 185 meters has begun. Berlin is also fighting for the status of the first among such attractions. It is planned to soon launch a Ferris wheel with 36 cabins for visitors. His circle can be completed in 35 minutes, and the cost will be 11 euros.

The construction of a wheel in China is coming to an end, reaching a height of 208 meters. The Ferris wheel with the majestic name "Beijing Boat" is being built in the capital of China and will surpass all existing attractions in the world. The wheel contains 48 cabins, each of which can accommodate up to 40 people, and the cost of one trip will be equal to 13 US dollars.

Russia also did not pass by this event. IN this moment appeared the construction of the most gigantic ferris wheel in the world. Its height should leave behind all the attempts of others and be a structure 220 meters high. The site for the installation of this attraction has not yet been approved. The name for it has already been thought up - "View of the capital".

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The tallest Ferris wheel in Moscow is located in the Wheel at the All-Russian Exhibition Center park. The attraction is the highest not only in the capital, but throughout Russia and Eastern Europe. Located next to the metro station "VDNKh", on Prospekt Mira, vl. 119.

Instruction

The Moscow 850 ferris wheel was installed in 1997 and was accustomed to the 850th anniversary of Moscow. The height of the attraction is 73 meters, the turnover speed is seven minutes. The structure has 35 closed and 5 open booths with top fixation. Both types have 8 seats. The wheel is built with the expectation of hurricane gusts, which can reach up to 40 m/s and earthquakes up to 9 points.

All visitors are allowed in closed cabins. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Ticket price - 300 rubles. But from the open booths, people with a height of at least 140 cm can enjoy the beauties of Moscow. The price of the service is 350 rubles. The park has a promotion for newlyweds: on the wedding day, they can ride on the Ferris wheel for free.

The attraction fully complies with the standards of GOST 53130. This is confirmed by the expert organization Promservis OJSC, which is accredited by Rosstandart Russian Federation. In September 2013, the drive of the attraction that rotates the wheels turned off. The people in the booths were dropped on the ground in a regular manner. The next day, the mechanics replaced the pusher and drew up an act. The attraction is back up and running. The press published extensive coverage of this situation.

TravelAsk wants to tell you which city in our country you need to go to ride on the largest Ferris wheel.

Where is the largest wheel

The tallest in Russia, to date, the Ferris wheel is located in. The main attraction of Lazarevsky Park is 83.5 meters high and is located on Mount Akhun.

It was opened in 2012 according to the project of Vladimir Gezdilov, a well-known designer who builds attractions not only in Russia, but also in Europe.

The wheel has 28 cabins of two types: closed (with a capacity of 6 people each) and open (with a capacity of 4 people each).

A complete circle of the ferris wheel takes about 8 minutes. Is it possible during this time to enjoy the view, the Black Sea and the Caucasus Range? Decide for each of you. However, it is still worth admiring this splendor.

The price of the attraction is small: within 200-350 rubles (depending on the booth and the operating time of the Ferris wheel), and children under 12 years old can ride for free. Of course, accompanied by adults.

Second place and again V. Gnezdilov

In second place is the Ferris wheel in Moscow. It was also designed by V. Gnezdilov for the 850th anniversary of the city. The height of the attraction is 73 meters. From such a height, you can completely look around all the beauties of the capital. The design has 40 booths, 35 of which are closed and 5 are open. The wheel makes a full revolution in 7 minutes.

But there are limitations here: entry to people whose height is less than 140 centimeters is prohibited. Also, children under 16 can only ride if accompanied by an adult. The ticket price for the attraction is within 350 rubles.

Kazan and third place

In third place is the Ferris wheel in the Kazan park "Kyrlay". It lifts its passengers about 55 meters off the ground. The cabins of this ferris wheel are closed, each of them is designed for 6 people. In one hour, more than three and a half thousand people can ride here.

In the evening, the attraction is especially beautiful and romantic: about 10,000 light bulbs are lit along its entire diameter.

What are the plans?

Moscow plans to get into the Guinness Book of Records and build the largest Ferris wheel in the world with a height of 221 meters. This is more than 40 meters higher than the current leader in Las Vegas, High Roller, whose height is 167.6 meters.

This construction will be the main attraction of the cultural and entertainment complex "View of the Capital". The attraction will be unique as it will be built without spokes. In addition, the wheel will have a spire 275 meters high. It is planned to have 48 booths near the attraction, their capacity is up to 36 people. This means that more than 1800 guests can ride on it at the same time.

Grandiose and appearance attraction, just look how the project looks from a bird's eye view flight:

This wedding rings, which symbolize the union of Moscow and St. Petersburg. The horizontal ring will include fountains, restaurants, a museum and a winter garden.

Let's talk about the highest Ferris wheels in the world.

1.High Roller

Las Vegas (USA), 168 meters

The palm today is occupied by high roller, built in 2014 in Las Vegas.

28 cabins with a capacity of up to forty people raise tourists to a height of 168 meters, from where an excellent view opens. Cabins are made last word coziness and comfort: air conditioning system, musical accompaniment, rotation around its axis. All this allows visitors to create good mood and a great opportunity to explore the surroundings of Las Vegas, and the owners to attract tourists to the already famous Las Vegas.

Due to their spacious dimensions, High Roller cabins are popular with those who want to celebrate some event in an original way by renting a “holiday in the clouds”. Can you imagine, solemn over Las Vegas? Very mesmerizing.

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The attraction is open 24/7. The wheel makes a complete revolution in 30 minutes. During the day, a ticket will cost you less - $ 25, night skiing - $ 35.

2 Singapore Flyer

Singapore, 165 meters

Built in Singapore in 2008, the "floating" attraction was long considered the tallest in the world, until it was overtaken by highRoller.

Comfortable 28 air-conditioned cabins can accommodate 28 people. A wheel with a diameter of 150 meters passes in 37 minutes. From a height, passengers have a gorgeous view not only of the whole of Singapore, but also of the embankments and neighboring islands.

This wheel is also notable for the fact that at its base is a three-story building that houses other places of entertainment: a fish spa, souvenir shops, cocktail bars.

Healthy!

Attraction opening hours: from 8.00 to 22.00. The first "arrival" the wheel makes at 8.30 in the morning. Adult ticket price is $33, child ticket is $21.

3 Star of Nanchang

Nanchang (China), 160 meters

The Chinese "Star of Nanchang" is ranked third in the world's top 10 tallest ferris wheels. It will take you to a height of 160 meters, and the journey will last approximately 30 minutes. Cozy cabins for eight people are air-conditioned. The view of the surroundings is especially beautiful in the evening, when the illumination of the city and the illumination of the wheel itself are turned on.

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Cabins are almost never empty, due to the generally affordable price for a trip - $ 6. Attraction opening hours: 8.30-22.00.

4. London Eye

London (UK), 135 meters

Europe's largest London Eye rises 135 meters above the city. Incredibly beautiful building in itself. Built in 2000, the wheel has 32 booths, each symbolizing one of the suburbs. From the top point, a beautiful view of the whole city and its environs opens up.

Healthy!

It is better to buy tickets on the official website of the attraction, it is at a cost, and also choose one of the many interesting "programs" that are offered to visitors, for example, make a turn on the wheel in the company of a glass of champagne.

A standard ticket costs about $30. The wheel makes a complete revolution in 30 minutes.

5. Tianjin Eye

Tianjin (China), 120 meters

The Eye of Tianjin rises 120 meters above the bridge over the Hai River. This is the uniqueness of this magnificent building. It is the only wheel in the world standing on.

The desire to see the world from a bird's eye view has always been inherent in man. Rising up, you can appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of the place where a person is.

The first design of the Ferris wheel appeared in 1893 in Chicago, presented at the Exhibition by George Ferris Jr. The design of the Ferris wheel had a mass of 2000 tons and a height of 80 meters. One rotation lasted up to 20 minutes and cost 50 cents.

Many years have passed, and mankind managed to build a large number of similar designs, competing with each other in terms of the size of the Ferris wheel and its comfort. At the moment, the highest wheel in the world holds the palm - "Soaring Singapore" rises to a height of 165 meters. But in this list we present the top ten "ferris wheels" of Russia.

1. Sochi

The most high construction ferris wheel in Russia is located in Sochi, in Lazarevsky Park, has a height of 83.5 meters. It was designed by Vladimir Gnezdilov and opened in 2012. The Ferris wheel in Sochi consists of 14 closed-type cabins with a capacity of 6 people and 14 open-type cabins with a capacity of 4 people. The design completes a full turn in 8 minutes, the price of tickets in closed booths until 18.00 is 200 rubles, after 18.00 - 300 rubles. The price of tickets for a walk in open booths until 18.00 is 250 rubles, after 18.00 - 350 rubles, children under 12 years old are free. Gorgeous view of Sochi, the Black Sea, Caucasian Range from a height of 700 meters above sea level will leave an unforgettable experience. The Ferris wheel was built on Mount Akhun.

2. Moscow

The second tallest is the Ferris wheel, located in Moscow in the park at the All-Russian Exhibition Center. The Ferris wheel has a height of 73 meters, was designed by Vladimir Gnezdilov and opened in 1995, to celebrate the 850th anniversary of Moscow. The design of the wheel in Moscow consists of 40 booths, 5 of which are open. One revolution of the wheel lasts 7 minutes, the cost of closed booths is 300 rubles, the cost of open booths is 350 rubles. Children under 16 can only climb the Ferris wheel if accompanied by an adult. Visitors whose height is less than 140 cm are not allowed. The Ferris wheel will undoubtedly help to see the capital of Russia, lifting higher and higher its visitors into the sky, revealing all the beauty of Moscow.

3. Kazan

The third well-deserved place in the list of 10 Ferris wheels in Russia is the Ferris wheel in Kazan. located on former territory Gorky Park, now in the Kyrlay park, another name is Shural. The height of the Ferris wheel is 55 meters, equipped with 40 cabins, closed type, with a capacity of 6 people. The Ferris wheel was produced and installed by the Italian company VISA GROUP. An hour can serve up to 3600 people, the price of a ticket for a walk is 150 rubles. Rising, a stunning panorama of the Kazan Kremlin and the whole city gradually opens up. In the evening, 10,000 light bulbs mounted on the wheel are lit, creating the impression of a fairy tale.

4. Perm

Recently, a new comfortable wheel, 50 meters high, was opened in the city of Perm. Opening timed to coincide with the celebration of May 9th. It took place in 2013 in the park. Gorky. Attraction Ferris Wheel is ready to work all year round, as it is equipped with air conditioners, in winter the cabins will be heated. The designers of the wheel pleased with an unusual solution, at its base there is a room with an area of ​​400 m2. Indoors, they plan to build a 3D oceanarium of prehistoric times and open it by the day of the city - June 12. The ferris wheel is installed in the high point city ​​and raises to a total height of 200 meters above sea level. Although there is no sea in Perm, there is the Kama River and the Krasavinsky Bridge, the beauty and grace of which can be appreciated from the height of this wheel.

5. Kaliningrad

The next in the list of 10 ferris wheels is the city of Kaliningrad. It has a Ferris wheel, increased comfort, 45 meters high. The design, weighing 200 tons, was created by an Italian manufacturer, has 20 closed cabins, with a capacity of 6 people, equipped with air conditioning. In winter, the cabins will be heated. It is interesting that in the design of the Ferris wheel there are 2 VIP cabins, equipped in addition to air conditioning, also with a refrigerator. The wheel is controlled by a remote control, which, if desired, can adjust the speed of rotation of the Ferris wheel, the minimum time for a complete revolution is 1 minute. The wheel is located in the Yunost park and was opened in 2012, on the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the Leningrad region. Tickets cost 150 rubles, open from 11 am to 9 pm, children under the age of three are free. In an hour, it lifts up to 1000 people into the sky.

6. St. Petersburg

The highest and the only Ferris wheel in St. Petersburg is an attraction in the Park of Fairy Tales, another name for the park. Babushkin. The height of the Ferris wheel is 38 meters, the opening took place in 2008. The design is recognized as modern, since all cabins are of a closed type with increased security. Tickets for children under 12 years old - 100 rubles, over 12 and adults - 150 rubles. Pensioners are not forgotten in this park, the cost of a ticket with a pension book is 60 rubles. Rising to the heights, you can enjoy not only the ascent itself, but also the bewitching view of the Nevsky district.

7. Zakamsk (Kirovsky district, Perm)

Another Ferris wheel from Perm makes our list. It was installed in the winter for the new year 2009. The wheel is located in the Kirovsky district, in the recreation and culture park. The Ferris wheel is 38 meters high. The design, weighing 64 tons, has 20 booths, 10 of which are closed. Cabins of closed type with a capacity of 6 people and open type with a capacity of 4 people. A full rotation of the wheel is 10 minutes. The wheel was produced in Russia, in the city of Yeysk, and purchased at a price of 22 million rubles. Ticket price for an adult is 70 rubles, for a child 40 rubles. Apart from beautiful view opening from a height, the air in the park is filled with the aroma of pine forest.

8. Zelenogorsk

A beautiful view of the Gulf of Finland is opened by the Ferris wheel in the city of Zelenogorsk, located next to St. Petersburg. The wheel is located in the park of culture and recreation, has a height of 37 meters. The opening took place in 2012, and was timed to coincide with the celebration of the birthday of the park, which turned 57 years old. Half of the cabins are closed, so the wheel will work all year round.

9. Novosibirsk

Novosibirsk is preparing to launch a Ferris wheel, 35 meters high. It will be installed in the Narymsky public garden. The wheel is of a modern type, with closed booths and sounding classical music inside. The design will be decorated with a large number of light bulbs both inside and outside.

10. View of the capital (future project of Moscow)

View of the capital - the project of the highest Ferris wheel in the world, we have placed in the last 10th place, because they are still planning to build it. The grandiose plan, 220 meters high, was announced in 2011 in Russia. In 2013, the plan was approved by the Moscow authorities. Ferris wheel "View of the capital" is planned to coincide with the opening of the Olympics in 2014. It will be located in the Fortieth Anniversary of the Komsomol Park, near Vernadsky Avenue, in the southwest of Moscow. The wheel will be unique not only in height, but also in design. For the first time, a Ferris wheel will not use spokes in its construction, so the wheel will become doubly unique. Ferris wheel concept Group company 12 LLC. The design will be developed and used exclusively for the Russian Federation.