On September 6, it became known that the Regions Group of Companies, owned by the family of State Duma deputy Zelimkhan Mutsoev, would build a new Ferris wheel at VDNKh to replace the one that was demolished in the summer. The height of the structure will be 135 m, and the cost of the project will be 14 billion rubles, which will make it one of the largest and most expensive in the world. The top 10 competitors of the Moscow Ferris wheel are in the RBC photo gallery.

Since March 2014, the highest (167.5 m) and most expensive ($180 million) wheel in the world is the High Roller in Las Vegas. It is located next to three famous casinos: Caesars Palace, Flamingo Las Vegas and The Quad Resort & Casino.

The Singapore Flyer, opened in 2008 at the Marina Center in Singapore, was considered the largest Ferris wheel in the world. Its height reaches 165 m.

The London Eye opened in March 2000 on the banks of the Thames. In March 2008, about 400 passengers were trapped on the wheel for more than an hour while an emergency problem was repaired.

At 120m tall, The Southern star opened in Melbourne in 2008 and is the largest in Australia. $100 million was spent on its construction.

Sky Dream Fukuoka was opened in 2001 in Fukuoka (Japan). However, due to the high cost of service, it was closed and moved to Taiwan.​

Suzhou Ferris Wheel opened in May 2009 in Suzhou, China.

Tianjin Eye was opened in April 2009 in Tianjin (China). In addition to its size, the wheel is notable for its location on the bridge over the Haihe River.​

Construction of the Beijing Great Wheel in Beijing's Chaoyang Park began in 2007. It was originally planned that the wheel would open in 2009, but due to problems with financing, the $290 million project was suspended.

The Dubai Eye is being built on a man-made island near the Jumeriah Beach Residence area in Dubai. According to the project, its height will be 210 m. Thus, it could become the tallest on the planet. Investments in construction are also record high - $337 million.

Each of us at least once in our lives rode a Ferris wheel and tried to spot our house from it. I would like to present to your attention the best, most beautiful wheels Ferris wheel in the world, and also tell about the largest Ferris wheel in the world

10. Navy Pier in Chicago

This ferris wheel was built in 1916 at a cost of $4.5 million ($90.5 million today). The total length of the wheel is almost 1 km.

The cost of the trip is $6, duration is approximately 7 minutes.

9.Singapore Flyer in Singapore - the largest Ferris wheel in the world

Began to function on February 11, 2008, height - 165 meters. The modern miracle has 28 air-conditioned capsules, with one capsule accommodating 28 people.

8. Santa Monica Pier

This Ferris wheel is the world's first powered wheel. solar energy

7. Big-O Ferris Wheel

Big-O is located in Tokyo, Japan. This is the first centerless wheel. Wheel diameter - 60 meters. It is also interesting because Tokyo’s largest roller coaster passes through it; its speed reaches 130 km/h.

6. Texas Star

The Star of Texas in Dallas is North America's tallest Ferris wheel and has been the centerpiece of the State Fair of Texas since 1985. The wheel was built in honor of Texas's sesquicentennial.

5. Wonder Wheel

The dimensions of this miracle - the wheels are not very large - 45 meters in diameter, but it is surprising in that not all passenger cabins are attached to the outer part of the wheel, some of them spin inside the wheel itself!

4. Riesenrad wheel

This amazing structure is located in the Wurstelprater amusement park in Vienna, Austria. It is already more than 100 years old, it is one of the first wheels, it was once considered the largest Ferris wheel in the world. It was built in 1897 for the anniversary of Franz Joseph I of Austria.

During the Second World War, the wheel was damaged, after which it was restored, but only 15 passenger carriages are in operation (instead of 30). The people of Vienna are very happy that the wheel is still standing in its place, it is a symbol of Vienna. Its height is 65 meters

3. Cosmo Clock 21

This is a huge clock - a Ferris wheel in Yokohama, Japan, 107 meters. It has 60 passenger trailers that are designed for 8 people each. The duration of the journey on it is 15 minutes. For the last 8 years it has been considered the largest Ferris wheel in the world.

The desire to see the world from a bird's eye view has always been inherent in man. Having risen up, you can appreciate all the beauty and uniqueness of the place where you are.

The first design of a Ferris wheel appeared in 1893 in Chicago, it was presented at the Exhibition by George Ferris Jr. The design of the Ferris wheel had a mass of 2000 tons and a height of 80 meters. One revolution lasted up to 20 minutes and cost 50 cents.

Many years have passed, and humanity has managed to build a large number of similar structures, competing with each other in terms of the size of the Ferris wheel and its comfort. At the moment, the highest wheel in the world holds the palm - “Soaring Singapore” rises to a height of 165 meters. But in this list we present the ten best “Ferris wheels” in Russia.

1. Sochi

The tallest Ferris wheel structure in Russia is located in Sochi, in Lazarevsky Park, and has a height of 83.5 meters. It was designed by Vladimir Gnezdilov and opened in 2012. The Ferris wheel in Sochi has 14 cabins closed type, with a capacity of 6 people and 14 cabins open type, with a capacity of 4 people. The structure makes a full revolution in 8 minutes, the price of tickets in closed booths before 18.00 is 200 rubles, after 18.00 - 300 rubles. The price of tickets for a walk in open booths before 18.00 is 250 rubles, after 18.00 - 350 rubles, children under 12 years old are free. A magnificent view of Sochi, the Black Sea, and the Caucasus Range from a height of 700 meters above sea level will leave an unforgettable impression. The Ferris wheel was built on Mount Akhun.

2. Moscow

The second tallest is the Ferris wheel, located in Moscow in the park at the All-Russian Exhibition Center. The Ferris wheel is 73 meters high, was designed by Vladimir Gnezdilov and opened in 1995, to celebrate the 850th anniversary of Moscow. The design of the wheel in Moscow consists of 40 booths, 5 of which are open. One revolution of the wheel lasts 7 minutes, the cost of closed booths is 300 rubles, the cost of open booths is 350 rubles. Children under 16 years old can only climb the Ferris wheel if accompanied by an adult. Visitors whose height is less than 140 cm are not allowed. The Ferris wheel will undoubtedly help to see the capital of Russia, lifting its visitors higher and higher into the sky, revealing all the beauty of Moscow.

3. Kazan

The third deserved place in the list of 10 Ferris wheels in Russia is occupied by the Ferris wheel in Kazan. Located on the former territory of Gorky Park, now in the Kyrlay Park, another name is “Shural”. The height of the Ferris wheel is 55 meters, equipped with 40 cabins, closed type, with a capacity of 6 people. The Ferris wheel was manufactured and installed by the Italian company VISA GROUP. It can serve up to 3,600 people per hour, and the price of a ticket for a walk is 150 rubles. As you rise, a stunning panorama of the Kazan Kremlin and the entire city gradually opens up. In the evening, 10 thousand light bulbs installed on the wheel are lit, creating the impression of a fairy tale.

4. Perm

Recently, a new comfortable wheel, 50 meters high, was opened in the city of Perm. Opening dedicated to the celebration of May 9th. It took place in 2013 in the park named after. Gorky. The Ferris Wheel attraction is ready to operate all year round, as it is equipped with air conditioning; in winter, the cabins will be heated. The designers of the wheel were pleased with an unusual solution; at its base there is a room with an area of ​​400 m2. They plan to build a 3D oceanarium of prehistoric times in the premises and open it on the city day - June 12. The Ferris wheel is installed at the highest point of the city and raises to a total height of 200 meters above sea level. Although there is no sea in Perm, there is the Kama River and the Krasavinsky Bridge, beauty and grace, which can be appreciated from the height of this wheel.

5. Kaliningrad

Next on the list of 10 Ferris wheels is the city of Kaliningrad. It has a Ferris wheel designed for increased comfort, 45 meters high. The structure, weighing 200 tons, was created by an Italian manufacturer, has 20 closed cabins, with a capacity of 6 people, equipped with air conditioning. In winter, the cabins will be heated. Interestingly, the design of the Ferris wheel has 2 VIP cabins, equipped, in addition to air conditioning, with a refrigerator. The wheel is controlled using a control panel, which, if desired, can regulate the speed of rotation of the Ferris wheel, the minimum time for a full rotation is 1 minute. The wheel is located in Yunost Park and was opened in 2012, on the 65th anniversary of the Leningradsky district. Tickets cost 150 rubles, open from 11 am to 9 pm, children under three years old are free. It lifts up to 1000 people into the sky in an hour.

6. St. Petersburg

The tallest and only Ferris wheel in St. Petersburg becomes an attraction in Fairy Tale Park, another name for the park named after. Babushkina. The height of the Ferris wheel is 38 meters, the opening took place in 2008. The design is recognized as modern, since all the booths are closed and have increased safety. The cost of tickets for children under 12 years old is 100 rubles, over 12 and for adults - 150 rubles. Pensioners are not forgotten in this park; the cost of a ticket if you provide a pension book is 60 rubles. Climbing to the heights, you can enjoy not only the climb itself, but also the bewitching view of the Nevsky district.

7. Zakamsk (Kirovsky district, Perm)

Another Ferris wheel from Perm makes our list. It was installed in the winter for the new year 2009. The wheel is located in the Kirovsky district, in a recreation and cultural park. The Ferris wheel is 38 meters high. The structure, weighing 64 tons, has 20 cabins, 10 of which are closed. Closed type cabins with a capacity of 6 people and open type with a capacity of 4 people. A full rotation of the wheel takes 10 minutes. The wheel was produced in Russia, in the city of Yeisk, and was purchased at a price of 22 million rubles. Ticket price for an adult is 70 rubles, for a child 40 rubles. In addition to the beautiful view from above, the air in the park is filled with the aroma of pine forest.

8. Zelenogorsk

A beautiful view of the Gulf of Finland is offered by the Ferris wheel in the city of Zelenogorsk, located next to St. Petersburg. The wheel is located in the park of culture and recreation and has a height of 37 meters. The opening took place in 2012, and was timed to celebrate the park’s birthday, which turned 57 years old. Half of the booths are closed, so the wheel will work all year round.

9. Novosibirsk

Novosibirsk is preparing to launch a Ferris wheel, 35 meters high. It will be installed in Narymsky Park. The wheel is of a modern type, with closed booths and classical music playing inside. The structure will be decorated with a large number of light bulbs both inside and outside.

10. View of the capital ( future project Moscow)

View of the capital - we placed the project of the world's tallest Ferris wheel in last place - 10th, because they are still planning to build it. The grand plan, 220 meters high, was announced in 2011 in Russia. In 2013, the plan was approved by the Moscow authorities. The “View of the Capital” Ferris wheel is planned to coincide with the opening of the Olympics in 2014. It will be located in the “Fortieth Anniversary of the Komsomol” park, near Vernadsky Avenue, in the south-west of Moscow. The wheel will become unique not only in height, but also in design. For the first time, a Ferris wheel will not use spokes in its construction, so the wheel will become doubly unique. The Ferris wheel concept is being developed by Group 12LLC. The design will be developed and used exclusively for the Russian Federation.

The desire to see the world from a bird's eye view has always been inherent in man. Having risen up, you can appreciate all the beauty and uniqueness of the place where you are.

The first design of a Ferris wheel appeared in 1893 in Chicago, it was presented at the Exhibition by George Ferris Jr. The design of the Ferris wheel had a mass of 2000 tons and a height of 80 meters. One revolution lasted up to 20 minutes and cost 50 cents.

Many years have passed, and humanity has managed to build a large number of similar structures, competing with each other in terms of the size of the Ferris wheel and its comfort. At the moment, the highest wheel in the world holds the palm - “Soaring Singapore” rises to a height of 165 meters. But in this list we present the ten best “Ferris wheels” in Russia.

1. Sochi

The tallest Ferris wheel structure in Russia is located in Sochi, in Lazarevsky Park, and has a height of 83.5 meters. It was designed by Vladimir Gnezdilov and opened in 2012. The Ferris wheel in Sochi has 14 closed cabins with a capacity of 6 people and 14 open cabins with a capacity of 4 people. The structure makes a full revolution in 8 minutes, the price of tickets in closed booths before 18.00 is 200 rubles, after 18.00 - 300 rubles. The price of tickets for a walk in open booths before 18.00 is 250 rubles, after 18.00 - 350 rubles, children under 12 years old are free. A magnificent view of Sochi, the Black Sea, and the Caucasus Range from a height of 700 meters above sea level will leave an unforgettable impression. The Ferris wheel was built on Mount Akhun.

2. Moscow

The second tallest is the Ferris wheel, located in Moscow in the park at the All-Russian Exhibition Center. The Ferris wheel is 73 meters high, was designed by Vladimir Gnezdilov and opened in 1995, to celebrate the 850th anniversary of Moscow. The design of the wheel in Moscow consists of 40 booths, 5 of which are open. One revolution of the wheel lasts 7 minutes, the cost of closed booths is 300 rubles, the cost of open booths is 350 rubles. Children under 16 years old can only climb the Ferris wheel if accompanied by an adult. Visitors whose height is less than 140 cm are not allowed. The Ferris wheel will undoubtedly help to see the capital of Russia, lifting its visitors higher and higher into the sky, revealing all the beauty of Moscow.

3. Kazan

The third deserved place in the list of 10 Ferris wheels in Russia is occupied by the Ferris wheel in Kazan. Located on the former territory of Gorky Park, now in the Kyrlay Park, another name is “Shural”. The height of the Ferris wheel is 55 meters, equipped with 40 cabins, closed type, with a capacity of 6 people. The Ferris wheel was manufactured and installed by the Italian company VISA GROUP. It can serve up to 3,600 people per hour, and the price of a ticket for a walk is 150 rubles. As you rise, a stunning panorama of the Kazan Kremlin and the entire city gradually opens up. In the evening, 10 thousand light bulbs installed on the wheel are lit, creating the impression of a fairy tale.

4. Perm

Recently, a new comfortable wheel, 50 meters high, was opened in the city of Perm. Opening dedicated to the celebration of May 9th. It took place in 2013 in the park named after. Gorky. The Ferris Wheel attraction is ready to operate all year round, as it is equipped with air conditioning; in winter, the cabins will be heated. The designers of the wheel were pleased with an unusual solution; at its base there is a room with an area of ​​400 m2. They plan to build a 3D oceanarium of prehistoric times in the premises and open it on the city day - June 12. The Ferris wheel is installed at the highest point of the city and raises to a total height of 200 meters above sea level. Although there is no sea in Perm, there is the Kama River and the Krasavinsky Bridge, beauty and grace, which can be appreciated from the height of this wheel.

5. Kaliningrad

Next on the list of 10 Ferris wheels is the city of Kaliningrad. It has a Ferris wheel designed for increased comfort, 45 meters high. The structure, weighing 200 tons, was created by an Italian manufacturer, has 20 closed cabins, with a capacity of 6 people, equipped with air conditioning. In winter, the cabins will be heated. Interestingly, the design of the Ferris wheel has 2 VIP cabins, equipped, in addition to air conditioning, with a refrigerator. The wheel is controlled using a control panel, which, if desired, can regulate the speed of rotation of the Ferris wheel, the minimum time for a full rotation is 1 minute. The wheel is located in Yunost Park and was opened in 2012, on the 65th anniversary of the Leningradsky district. Tickets cost 150 rubles, open from 11 am to 9 pm, children under three years old are free. It lifts up to 1000 people into the sky in an hour.

6. St. Petersburg

The tallest and only Ferris wheel in St. Petersburg becomes an attraction in Fairy Tale Park, another name for the park named after. Babushkina. The height of the Ferris wheel is 38 meters, the opening took place in 2008. The design is recognized as modern, since all the booths are closed and have increased safety. The cost of tickets for children under 12 years old is 100 rubles, over 12 and for adults - 150 rubles. Pensioners are not forgotten in this park; the cost of a ticket if you provide a pension book is 60 rubles. Climbing to the heights, you can enjoy not only the climb itself, but also the bewitching view of the Nevsky district.

7. Zakamsk (Kirovsky district, Perm)

Another Ferris wheel from Perm makes our list. It was installed in the winter for the new year 2009. The wheel is located in the Kirovsky district, in a recreation and cultural park. The Ferris wheel is 38 meters high. The structure, weighing 64 tons, has 20 cabins, 10 of which are closed. Closed type cabins with a capacity of 6 people and open type with a capacity of 4 people. A full rotation of the wheel takes 10 minutes. The wheel was produced in Russia, in the city of Yeisk, and was purchased at a price of 22 million rubles. Ticket price for an adult is 70 rubles, for a child 40 rubles. In addition to the beautiful view from above, the air in the park is filled with the aroma of pine forest.

8. Zelenogorsk

A beautiful view of the Gulf of Finland is offered by the Ferris wheel in the city of Zelenogorsk, located next to St. Petersburg. The wheel is located in the park of culture and recreation and has a height of 37 meters. The opening took place in 2012, and was timed to celebrate the park’s birthday, which turned 57 years old. Half of the booths are closed, so the wheel will work all year round.

9. Novosibirsk

Novosibirsk is preparing to launch a Ferris wheel, 35 meters high. It will be installed in Narymsky Park. The wheel is of a modern type, with closed booths and classical music playing inside. The structure will be decorated with a large number of light bulbs both inside and outside.

10. View of the capital (future project of Moscow)

View of the capital - we placed the project of the world's tallest Ferris wheel in last place - 10th, because they are still planning to build it. The grand plan, 220 meters high, was announced in 2011 in Russia. In 2013, the plan was approved by the Moscow authorities. The “View of the Capital” Ferris wheel is planned to coincide with the opening of the Olympics in 2014. It will be located in the “Fortieth Anniversary of the Komsomol” park, near Vernadsky Avenue, in the south-west of Moscow. The wheel will become unique not only in height, but also in design. For the first time, a Ferris wheel will not use spokes in its construction, so the wheel will become doubly unique. The Ferris wheel concept is being developed by Group 12LLC. The design will be developed and used exclusively for the Russian Federation.

The height of the Singapore bird reaches 165 meters. From the peak point of this wheel you can see a beautiful panorama of not only Singapore, but also the neighboring islands of Indonesia and Malaysia. The basis of this structure is a three-story building, which houses numerous shops. And the capsules that lift people into the air on the Ferris wheel can accommodate up to 28 people each. The total number of capsules is also 28 pieces. The wheel makes a full revolution within half an hour. The price for this attraction ranges from $15 to $21.

Of course, upon arriving in Singapore, you should not have any problems finding it, since it can be seen from anywhere in the city. The easiest way to get to it is from Promenade station, which is on the yellow ring line and walk about 5 minutes to the wheel itself.

The view of this structure is truly breathtaking, but when visiting this attraction, it is not enough just to ride in one of the cabins; you should definitely go to its shopping center or the main column of the Ferris wheel. There you will see numerous shops with a variety of souvenirs, gourmet restaurants, where you will certainly be offered the local Singapore Sling cocktail. In addition, the entertainment continues here - for men, on the second floor there is a Boeing 737 flight stimulator cabin, and on the same floor there is a famous fish spa, where they can relax their legs with the help of healing fish brought from Turkey.

The construction of a Ferris wheel with a height of 185 meters began in Germany. Berlin is also fighting for the status of the first such attraction. A Ferris wheel with 36 booths for visitors is planned to be launched soon. Its circuit can be completed in 35 minutes, and the ticket price will be 11 euros.

The construction of the wheel in China, reaching a height of 208 meters, is coming to an end. A Ferris wheel with the majestic name “Beijing Sky Boat” is being built in the capital of China and will surpass all attractions available in the world today. The wheel contains 48 cabins, each of which can accommodate up to 40 people, and the cost of one trip will be 13 US dollars.

Russia also did not ignore this event. At the moment, a project has emerged to build the most gigantic ferris wheel in the world. Its height should leave behind all attempts by other countries and represent a structure 220 meters high. The location for this attraction has not yet been confirmed. They have already come up with a name for it – “View of the Capital”.