Star of Nanchang, Observation wheel in Nanchang, China
The Star of Nanchang stands 160 meters tall with 60 enclosed cabins, each holding up to 8 passengers during a 30-minute rotation cycle.
When it opened in May 2006, this engineering marvel held the record as the world's tallest observation wheel until the Singapore Flyer surpassed it.
The Star of Nanchang represents the rapid modernization of Chinese cities, offering visitors elevated views of the urban landscape along the Ganjiang River.
Located at Number 1 Ganjiang Road in the New District, the wheel operates with climate-controlled gondolas and accommodates 960 passengers per hour.
The structure combines multiple engineering approaches in its design, incorporating elements from full truss, full cable, and combined wheel construction methods.
Location: Nanchang
Official opening: May 2006
Height: 160 m
GPS coordinates: 28.65917,115.84583
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:10
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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