Star of Nanchang, Observation wheel in Nanchang, China
Star of Nanchang is a 160-meter observation wheel in the New District with 60 enclosed gondolas, each seating up to eight people. One full rotation takes roughly half an hour and offers views over the river and surrounding area.
Opened in May 2006, this structure was at that time the tallest observation wheel in the world. The record was later surpassed by the Singapore Flyer.
The name refers to the city itself and the wheel now serves as a central meeting point for locals and visitors along the Ganjiang riverbank. From the highest point, it becomes clear how quickly the skyline has changed.
The attraction sits at Number 1 Ganjiang Road in the New District and is easy to reach from the riverfront. The air-conditioned gondolas suit different weather conditions and provide comfort during the ride.
The construction combines different engineering methods and merges truss, cable and mixed building techniques. This approach was at the time an innovation for observation wheels of this size.
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