London Eye

The London Eye The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel situated on the banks of the River Thames in London, England. The entire structure is 135 m tall and the wheel has a diameter of 120 m. It is the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, visited by over 3.5 million people annually. The London Eye, or Millennium Wheel, was officially called the British Airways London Eye and then the Merlin Entertainments London Eye. Since 20 January 2011, its official name is the EDF Energy London Eye following a three-year sponsorship deal. The London Eye adjoins the western end of Jubilee Gardens, on the South Bank of the River Thames between Westminster Bridge and Hungerford Bridge, in the London Borough of Lambeth.

History

Opening The London Eye was formally opened by the then Prime Minister, Tony Blair, on December 31, 1999, although it was not opened to the public until March 9, 2000 because of the technical problems. Since its opening, the Eye has become a major landmark and tourist attraction.

Construction

What is the London Eye useful for?

In addition: List of Ferris wheels whose construction has been completed and which have opened to the public. 1. Singapore Flyer (165 m, 28 capsules) 2. Star of Nanchang (160 m, 60 capsules, China) 3. LONDON EYE (UK) (135 m, 32 capsules)