London Eye

It certainly does not feature in the list of The Seven Wonders of the World, but is is a tourist wonder in itself. London Eye for long has been one of the most visited tourist spots in the city for many years drawing more than 3 million annually. With a height of 443 feet, the Ferris Wheel is one of the largest in Europe. Tourists visiting London from across the world every year on vacation go to see the London Eye and pay to catch a glimpse of one of the most amazing creations ever. Located at the Western End of Jubilee Gardens which is towards the South Bank of River Thames, London Eye is a mini carnival in itself.

There are 32 sealed air conditioned passenger capsules which people enter in groups to take the ride, which lasts for a long time. People have shared their experiences saying that the whole Skyline of London is visible clearly through these capsules. For the record, ever since its inception more than 8.3 million people have travelled in it making it one of the most visited spots in recent times. The whole creation resembles a bicycle wheel that is constructed of robust steel. It has been reported than a total of 1700 tonnes of steel has been used to create this eye which offers one of the most spectacular views at twilight.

Tourists from across the world specially come to see this eye for the fact that it is one of the most amazing spots to watch. The best thing about the London Eye is that it is for everyone, not only meant for the elite. In a capsule, one might often spot a Senator sharing space with a teacher, an engineer and a lawyer along with a plumber. Since the whole of London is free to get inside the capsule anytime, people really cherish the independence it provides. Apart from all the other hot spots that tourists visit while in London, visiting the London Eye is a must as the manner in which the Skyline is visible cannot simply be described in words but has to be physically felt by being inside one of the capsules and taking the ride. Since parts of the Ferris Wheel have been brought in from six different countries, there is an element of multiculturalism that can be associated with the London Eye which makes it so appealing to people from all parts of the world.

The London Eye is indeed a spectacle. It has of late become the crowning glory of London and is looked up to by many. It is a tourism marvel; and a visual spectacle that offers the highest order of delight to the eyes and an unforgettable experience in a lifetime. Be it its construction, the way the capsule have been arranged or the Skyline view that one gets to see from inside the capsule, the London Eye is indeed meant for the chosen ones who come to London and become a part of History.