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Ferris Wheel Travel: Awaiting the Southern Star

September 26, 2008 at 1:00 PM | 0 Comments

We might be jumping the gun a little bit here, but figured we'd throw our support behind Melbourne since it's quickly becoming top dog down under.

Engineers are busy at work as the construction deadline for the city's Southern Star observation wheel continues to approach. Set to open late this year, the wheel is similar is design to the London Eye, and will rise more than 38 stories into the air.

The project is expected to run about A$100 million ($83 million) as it begins to transform Melbourne's landscape. Things are moving smoothly towards the November opening date, with the passenger pods arriving from Japan back in June. Developers anticipate that more than 1.5 million passengers will take the wheel for a ride annually.

Even at night the Ferris wheel will be a hit, as its LED lighting system will put on quite the show. There will even be a three-story facility building adjacent to the wheel, so you can throw your swanky corporate bash right by the action.

Prices for a spin around the wheel still haven't been set, but regardless of the cost, this is certainly going to be a must see attraction.

Related Stories:
· The Southern Star [Official Site]
· Ferris Wheels of the World Map [Jaunted]
· Ferris Wheels coverage [Jaunted]

[Photo: The Southern Star]

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