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High on romance: the 5 most unique Ferris wheels in China

2011-11-24 08:32    Ecns.cn     Web Editor: Xu Aqing
Guangzhou Ferris Wheel: world's highest

Guangzhou Ferris Wheel: world's highest

(Ecns.cn)!Everyone has heard the story of the man who proposed to his beloved on a Ferris wheel. And they lived happily ever after...

Whether such a thing ever really happened hardly matters, since the message is clear: Ferris wheels are romantic, and also provide excellent views of their respective locales.

Here's our list of the top five most unique Ferris wheels in the country.

1. Guangzhou Ferris Wheel: world's highest

With the promise of a ride and a view like no other, the world's highest Ferris wheel opened on top of the 450-meter-tall Canton Tower in Guangzhou two months ago.

Thrill-seekers can jump aboard one of 16 transparent pods that circle around the edge of the tower's roof at a 15 degree incline, and take a ride that lasts between 20 to 40 minutes.

The wheel can hold 96 passengers and costs 130 yuan ($19) to ride. It offers a 360 degree view of the city in friendly weather.

Opening time: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tel: 400-080-6768