Singapore Flyer, Giant observation wheel in Marina Centre, Singapore
The Singapore Flyer reaches a height of 165 meters and features 28 glass capsules that offer panoramic views across Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Construction of this engineering project began in 2005 under architect Kisho Kurokawa, with official operations commencing on April 15, 2008.
The wheel stands as a symbol of Singapore's technological advancement, incorporating design elements that reflect the nation's modern architectural identity.
Each rotation takes 30 minutes, with capsules accommodating 28 passengers and providing wheelchair accessibility for visitors with mobility requirements.
The observation wheel enables guests to spot landmarks up to 45 kilometers away, including Changi Airport and the distant shores of neighboring countries.
Location: Marina Centre
Inception: 2008
Architects: Kisho Kurokawa
Official opening: April 15, 2008
Website: https://singaporeflyer.com
GPS coordinates: 1.28939,103.86322
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:57
Observation wheels allow the exploration of cities and their surroundings from heights ranging from 25 to 250 meters. These steel structures rotate slowly, giving visitors time to observe monuments, watercourses, and neighborhoods spread at their feet. In London, the London Eye looms over the Thames at 135 meters, while in Singapore, the Singapore Flyer stands at 165 meters with views reaching into Malaysia and Indonesia. In Las Vegas, the High Roller rises 168 meters above the lit-up Strip. Each wheel has its unique technical and historical features. The Tianjin Eye in China is integrated into the Yongle Bridge structure above the Hai River. In Vienna, the Wiener Riesenrad in Prater dates from 1897 and retains its original 15 wooden cabins. These attractions offer an alternative way to see cities, taking height for a rotation duration typically between 15 and 30 minutes.
Singapore combines modern architecture, nature areas and cultural sites for photographers. From Marina Bay to parks, visitors find viewpoints, gardens, temples, historic buildings and modern structures. The city presents natural settings in the Botanic Gardens, urban scenes in ethnic quarters and architectural perspectives of skyscrapers.
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