With a history of breaking records around the world and breaking world records, it’s an obvious fact that Dubai is the home of the highest observation wheel in the world. We will go over all you must know about Ain Dubai.
Ain Dubai, sometimes referred to as the Dubai Eye, is the highest observation wheel in the world. After years of construction and numerous delays The Ain Dubai finally opened on the 21st of October, 2021 in time for the delayed Expo 2020.
The Ain Dubai provides its riders with an unparalleled perspective of the city’s most famous landmarks. The massive wheel is situated at Bluewaters Island, a vibrant life-style destination that offers shopping entertainment, hospitality and other options. If you weren’t aware that its name Ain Dubai, derives from the 16th letter of the Arabic alphabet (Ayn) that translates as eye English.
Find out all you should know about Ain Dubai:
The world’s highest observation wheel
The massive observation wheel is at more than 250 meters tall and is the highest Ferris wheel in the world. It surpasses the previous record-holder that was The High Roller in Las Vegas that stands at an impressive 167 meters. It certainly beats its rival, the London Eye out the water that is only 135 meters tall. Additionally the record-breaking landmark is at more than 200% higher than the first Ferris wheel!
The engineering
A city that is built on innovation and imagination, it appears like there is no limit to what is possible or challenging for the designers behind Dubai’s structures. The project was designed through Meeras and was constructed at the estimated price around AED one billion ($270m). A technological marvel, the stunning masterpiece is said to comprise more than 10,000 tonnes of steel which is 25 percent more than the steel employed to construct the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Each spoke is larger than the size of a football pitch and the wheel’s rim is as heavy than 16 Airbus 380 aircrafts.
Experience the Ain Dubai experience
Ain Dubai is able to accommodate up to 1,400 passengers at one time. It also has the ability to accommodate 48 passengers in cabins. The full trip takes 48 minutes in an air-conditioned cabin. The cabins have LCD screens that provide its passengers information on the stunning views that lie in front of them. You can also opt to reserve a cabin for exclusive use. A few cabins have licensed bars so that you can have the refreshing drink while taking in some of the most stunning views of the city.
In addition to breaking yet another record in the world, The Ain Dubai is being rumored to be the world’s highest rope climbing platform. At 150m, this is going to be an adrenaline-inducing adventure for all adventure enthusiasts.
The views
The cabins have stunning 360-degree views of the iconic Dubai skyline. With views like none others, make sure to see the stunning Dubai landmarks, including The Palm Jumeirah, the Burj Al Arab, and the Burj Khalifa. Take a ride in the morning to get away from heat Dubai heat and take in the cool air-conditioned cabins , as you take in the stunning panoramas of the surroundings. Take a spin at night to see the lit-up Dubai skyline illuminated by lighting and projections.
Bluewaters Island
After you have visited Ain Dubai, take the chance to visit Bluewaters Island. Feeling hungry? You should visit some of the local eateries that are located in the islands. There are some excellent restaurants like Hell’s Kitchen and The London Project You won’t be dissatisfied. Relax and relax on Cove Beach, the island’s only beach club. Visit The Rotunda at the famous Caesars Palace, which hosts performances, shows, and comedy shows.
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