Tianjin Eye, Observation wheel on Yongle Bridge in Tianjin, China
The Tianjin Eye rises 120 meters above the Hai River, featuring 48 transparent capsules that accommodate eight passengers each for panoramic city views.
The construction of this bridge-mounted Ferris wheel began in 2007, with the final section completed in December 2007 and operations starting in April 2009.
The Tianjin Eye represents the modernization of Chinese urban infrastructure, combining transportation needs with entertainment by mounting a Ferris wheel on a functioning bridge.
The wheel completes one rotation in 28 minutes, operating daily from 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM, with tickets costing 70 yuan for adults and half price for children under 1.2 meters.
From the highest point of the wheel, visitors can see up to 40 kilometers across the city landscape when weather conditions permit.
Location: Tianjin
Inception: 2007
GPS coordinates: 39.15336,117.18026
Latest update: May 12, 2025 11:07
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.
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