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Set to debut in 2009, the Beijing Great Wheel (see the computer-generated image above) will reach about 682 feet into the sky. The Ferris wheel will have 48 air conditioned observation capsules, each of which can carry up to 40 passengers, according to a Reuters news report. Prices haven't been set, but officials were suggesting 6 yuan, or about 80 cents, per person.
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So it obviously looks just like the giant wheel in London... but at a tiny fraction of the price.
Why not?
I couldn't afford the one in London...
Posted By Tyler on November 8, 2007, 7:16 PM
This looks great, and should be a spendid new attraction. However, will it have received the proper inspections? Will it be reliable and safe?
Posted By E K KADIDDLEHOPPER on November 10, 2007, 4:18 AM
I believe Singapore's "Eye" will also open in 2009 ... although it looks like the structure is completed.
Posted By rmd on January 31, 2008, 1:47 PM