London Eye, Ferris wheel

Watch: When the London Eye was lifted into place
Sunday marks a quarter of a century since the London Eye opened. While its ceremonial opening was on 31 December 1999, it wasn't used by the paying public until 9 March 2000. One of the most-popular tourist attractions in the country, more than 70 million rides have been taken on its famous pods overlooking the River Thames.
London Eye, iconic observation wheel, celebrates 25 years
The London Eye is celebrating 25 years of towering over the capital's skyline. Over 85 million visitors from across the globe have journeyed across the gigantic Ferris wheel since the millennium.
London Eye, pioneering observation wheel, turns 25
Tourists wanting a bird's eye view of Big Ben, St Paul's Cathedral and Buckingham Palace have put the London Eye in the ranks of the city's most visited attractions since it was opened 25 years ago on Sunday.
London Eye at 25: The wheel that nearly wasn't
Were it not for the tenacity of two plucky London architects in the early 1990s and their unwavering vision, London's skyline - and the capital's New Year's Eve fireworks celebrations - would be significantly different today.
Architect's joy as London Eye still sparkling after 25 years
Architect's joy as London Eye still sparkling after 25 years Floating high above the London skyline aboard her most famous creation, architect Julia Barfield is still giddy that the London Eye ferris wheel has become a symbol of the city.
London Eye celebrates 25 years as UK's iconic landmark
The London Eye, one of the UK’s most iconic landmarks, turns 25! Originally built to mark the new millennium, this engineering marvel continues to captivate millions with its stunning views of London.
London Eye at 25: When the famous wheel was lifted into place
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