Eye of the Emirates
| Name | Eye of the Emirates |
|---|---|
| Height | 60m (197ft) |
| Diameter | |
| Opened | 2005 |
| Closed | |
| Country | UAE |
| Location | Sharjah |
| Number of Cabins | 42 |
| Passengers per Cabin | 8 |
| Seating Capacity | 336 |
| Hourly Capacity | 3360 |
| Ride Duration (minutes) | 6 |
| Climate Controlled | Yes |
| Construction Cost | $6.8 million USD |
| Status | Operating |
| Design/Manufacturer | |
| Type | |
| Number of Turns (Rotations) Per Ride | |
| VIP Area | |
| Ticket Cost to Ride | Adults – 8.17; Children – 4.08 |
| Official Website | http://www.alqasba.ae/eyeofemirates.aspx |
Additional Notes: Tallest ferris wheel throughout the Middle East Africa and West and Central Asia. The Eye of the Emirates opened in 2005 in Sharjah, UAE. The observation wheel is 197 feet tall. There are 42 cabins capable of holding up to 8 people at one time resulting in a seating capacity of 336 passengers. The duration of the ride is 6 minutes, resulting in a total capacity of 3360 people per hour.
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