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London Eye

Imagine a giant Ferris wheel in London that lets you see the whole city from way up high!

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The London Eye: A Wheel in the Clouds

The London Eye: A Wheel in the Clouds

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The London Eye @ Xmas night
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London Blick vom London Eye
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London Eye at Night, Thames Embankment, London
The London Eye @ night
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Key Facts

Location
South Bank of the River Thames, London, England.
Height
135 metres (443 ft) tall.
Year Built
Opened to the public in 2000.
Fun Fact
It's so big, it takes about 30 minutes to go around once!

Meet the Giant Wheel!

The London Eye is like a super-duper big Ferris wheel that stands tall next to a famous river called the Thames. It's so big, it's like a giant bicycle wheel that people can ride inside! When it was built, it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the whole world. It's a very popular place for families and friends to visit and see amazing views.

Where Can You See It?

You can find the London Eye in a busy city called London, in England. It sits right on the edge of the River Thames, which is a very long river that flows through the city. It's near two bridges, Westminster Bridge and Hungerford Bridge. The closest place to catch a train is called Waterloo station. It's a super spot for taking pictures!

Riding to the Sky!

When you ride the London Eye, you get to sit in a special glass pod. These pods slowly move up, up, up! From the very top, you can see for miles and miles. You can spot famous buildings like the Houses of Parliament and even Buckingham Palace. It takes about 30 minutes to go all the way around, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the incredible sights.

A Wheel for the New Year!

The London Eye was built to celebrate the year 2000, which was a brand new century! That's why it was first called the Millennium Wheel. It was a special gift to London for the new millennium. It has become one of the most visited places in the United Kingdom, with millions of people riding it every year.

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