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Bookmark or Share- Ferris Wheel (1893) - WikipediaIntended as keystone attraction similar to that of the 1889 Paris Exposition 's 324-metre (1,063 ft) Eiffel Tower, the Ferris Wheel was the Columbian Exposition's tallest attraction, with a height of 80.4 metres (264 ft).
- Ferris wheel - WikipediaA Ferris wheel (also called a big wheel, giant wheel or an observation wheel) is an amusement ride consisting of a rotating upright wheel with multiple passenger-carrying components (commonly referred to as passenger cars, cabins, tubs, gondolas, capsules, or pods) attached to the rim in such a way that as the wheel turns, they are kept upright ...
- The Brief History of the Ferris Wheel | SmithsonianMore than 100,000 parts went into Ferris’ wheel, notably an 89,320-pound axle that had to be hoisted onto two towers 140 feet in the air. Launched on June 21, 1893, it was a glorious success.
- Giant Wheel - Irvine Spectrum CenterLooking for fun? Take a ride on Irvine Spectrum Center's 108-foot ferris wheel! The Giant Wheel tickets are available for purchase at Guest Services.
- 10 Largest Ferris Wheels in the WorldThe taller the Ferris Wheel, the better the view–so just how tall can these giant wheels get? Today we’ll be looking at 10 of the largest Ferris Wheels in the world, and learning about what sets each one apart from the rest.
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