Point of interest
London Eye
in London, United Kingdom
The South Bank observation wheel turns a slow loop with 360-degree views over Westminster and the skyline.
Where it is
The London Eye turns on the South Bank of the Thames, facing the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, close to Waterloo station.
Address: Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 7PB Greater London
What it is
A full rotation in one of the 32 glass capsules takes about 30 minutes and gives 360-degree views over the city, reaching up to 40 kilometres on a clear day. It is one of London's most popular photo spots, especially at sunset.
History
The giant wheel was built for the millennium and completed at the end of 1999, designed by architects Marks Barfield. Originally intended as a temporary millennium project, it quickly became a permanent fixture of the London skyline.